Agriculture, manufacturing crucial sectors for Pacific economies
Westpac Director and Senior Economist Justin Smirk addressed the Executive Committee members of the Australia Fiji and Australia Pacific Islands Business Councils and invited guests in Sydney last month. The executive committee meetings were hosted at the Westpac...
Navigating the business and regulatory environment in Solomon Islands
By William Kadi* The Solomon Islands have been at the centre of geopolitical discussions in the past five years after switching diplomatic relations from the Republic of China (ROC) to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in 2019. Apart from that, the business...
Why Australia should be concerned if our major banks withdraw from the Pacific
This article co-authored by Bob Lyon and Anthony Bergin and has been republished here with permission from the original publisher, Strategic Analysis Australia. The Albanese government recently pledged an extra $6.3 million to prevent the loss of banking services in...
Tonga, Vanuatu, and PNG see major aviation revivals
The Pacific’s aviation sector is witnessing important developments, with key airlines in Tonga, Vanuatu, and Papua New Guinea taking strides towards stabilising and enhancing air connectivity. Here is an update for our members and readers, referenced from news...
Secure your spot at the 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum
The 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum, set to take place in Honiara from September 2-4, 2024, is poised to be a pivotal event for business leaders and investors across Australia and the Pacific region. Under the theme “Business Leading Employment And...
Australia-PNG Business Exchange set to boost economic ties
From September 23 to 27, 2024, the Australia-Papua New Guinea Business Exchange 2024 (APNGBX24) will take place in Papua New Guinea, bringing together industry leaders, government officials, and business representatives to explore and expand business opportunities in...
Resilient infrastructure projects needed to transform PNG
Papua New Guinea has faced significant challenges in recent years due to its vulnerability to natural disasters, such as floods and landslides, which have repeatedly exposed the limitations of its infrastructure. The country’s rugged terrain and remote locations,...
Fiji Australia Business Forum is just weeks away – register now!
Delegate spots are quickly filling up for the 28th Fiji Australia Business Forum, happening from August 29-31, 2024, at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva. If you haven’t registered yet, time is running out to secure your place at this premier business event. Organised...
Why Australia should be concerned if our major banks withdraw from the Pacific
This article co-authored by Bob Lyon and Anthony Bergin and has been republished here with permission from the original publisher, Strategic Analysis Australia. The Albanese government recently pledged an extra $6.3 million to prevent the loss of banking services in...
Secure your spot at the 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum
The 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum, set to take place in Honiara from September 2-4, 2024, is poised to be a pivotal event for business leaders and investors across Australia and the Pacific region. Under the theme “Business Leading Employment And...
Registrations filling up for 28th Fiji-Australia Business Forum
Delegate registrations are fast filling up for the 28th Fiji Australia Business Forum, scheduled for August 29-31, 2024, at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva. This premier business event promises to be a pivotal one for fostering economic cooperation and addressing...
South Pacific Exchange expects surge in listings
The South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPX) anticipates a surge in listings this year, with both state-owned enterprises and more private sector companies expected to join the market. Executive Director Gyanesh Rueben says listing does not equate to privatisation,...