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Uncertainty grows around Vanuatu’s Airbus payment

Uncertainty grows around Vanuatu’s Airbus payment

May 13, 2025 | APIBC BLOG

Concerns are mounting over the fate of a VT2 billion (US$16.5 million) deposit made by the Vanuatu Government in 2019 for Airbus aircraft that have yet to be delivered. The deal, intended to mark a bold expansion for the national carrier, has become the subject of...
Tuvalu embraces digital banking with ATMs

Tuvalu embraces digital banking with ATMs

May 13, 2025 | APIBC BLOG

In April 2025, Tuvalu marked a significant milestone in its financial history by unveiling its first-ever Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). This development signifies a transformative step toward modernizing the country’s banking infrastructure and enhancing financial...
Palau battles crime, corruption and geopolitics

Palau battles crime, corruption and geopolitics

May 4, 2025 | APIBC BLOG

Palau, an island nation of approximately 17,000 residents, has emerged as a focal point in the geopolitical contest between the United States and China. The U.S. maintains critical military infrastructure in Palau, including airstrips and radar installations, making...