Forum underscores strength of Australia-Fiji economic partnership
The 29th Australia Fiji Business Forum, held on the Gold Coast from 22 to 24 October 2025, reinforced the growing depth of the bilateral economic relationship and the shared ambition to build an inclusive and resilient regional partnership. Delegates emphasised that...
Business Forum to advance Australia-Solomon Islands partnerships
17-19 November 2025 | Brisbane The 14th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum #14ASIBF, scheduled for 17-19 November in Brisbane, comes at an important time for business and economic cooperation. Themed “Connecting for Growth: Strengthening Australia-Solomon...
Fiji Airways appoints Paul Scurrah as new CEO
Fiji Airways has appointed Paul Scurrah as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive, effective 1 November. He succeeds Andre Viljoen, who has led the airline for the past decade and will continue to support the transition in an advisory role. Viljoen’s tenure saw...
Business Forum to Advance Australia-Solomon Islands Partnerships
17-19 November 2025 | Brisbane The 14th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum #14ASIBF, scheduled for 17-19 November in Brisbane, comes at an important time for business and economic cooperation. Themed “Connecting for Growth: Strengthening Australia-Solomon...
Focus intensifies on financial compliance as grey-listing assessment period begins
Papua New Guinea has entered what authorities describe as an exhibition or observation period as part of the Financial Action Task Force’s review of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing standards. The period allows the government and the financial...
Business Forum to Advance Australia-Solomon Islands Partnerships
17-19 November 2025 | Brisbane The 14th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum #14ASIBF, scheduled for 17-19 November in Brisbane, comes at an important time for business and economic cooperation. Co-hosted by the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council and the...
New InvestSolomons website to boost investor engagement
InvestSolomons has launched a redesigned investment promotion website aimed at providing clearer guidance to prospective investors and making the process of starting or expanding a business in the Solomon Islands more efficient. The updated platform introduces a...
New Kolombangara investment focuses on land and forestry development
A new investment initiative on Kolombangara Island in the Western Province’s New Georgia Islands group has been welcomed by the Solomon Islands Government and local stakeholders, who see potential for both economic return and environmental stewardship. Kolombangara...
Cook Islands calls for stronger long-term infrastructure investment planning
The Cook Islands Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has recommended an increase in baseline funding for Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) and a more formalised long-term investment planning framework. The recommendation follows recent reviews of infrastructure spending,...
Fiji’s growth story takes centre stage on the Gold Coast
Fiji’s resurgent economy and expanding opportunities will be in sharp focus as Australian and Fijian business and government leaders converge on the Gold Coast for the 29th Australia Fiji Business Forum from 22 to 24 October 2025. Hosted by the Australia Fiji Business...
Join us in Brisbane for the 14th ASIBF, 17-19 November
The 14th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum will take place in Brisbane on 17-19 November 2025, bringing together senior government officials, business leaders and investors from both countries. Organised by the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council in...
Fiji seeks sweet spot between renewable growth and household relief
In response to growing tensions between infrastructure investment and consumer costs, Fiji’s government has launched a review of its electricity tariff framework. The move reflects a recognition that the path to energy transition must be balanced and inclusive. Deputy...