NRL entry sparks call for visa reform
As Papua New Guinea prepares for its historic inclusion in the National Rugby League (NRL) by 2028, Prime Minister James Marape has proposed sweeping visa reforms to enhance connectivity and economic integration between Papua New Guinea and Australia. These reforms...
PNG Air honoured for outstanding restructuring efforts
Papua New Guinea airline PNG Air, achieved a major milestone in December 2024 by being awarded the Restructuring Airline of the Year Award. This accolade recognises the airline’s commendable turnaround, positioning it as a model for operational and financial...
PNG’s AML reforms gain global recognition
Papua New Guinea has achieved a significant milestone in its fight against financial crime, with its Mutual Evaluation Report (MER) officially adopted at the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) Plenary in Abu Dhabi recently. This recognition highlights Papua...
Economic stability crucial for Bougainville’s future, PM Marape says
Prime Minister James Marape has outlined a critical economic requirement for Bougainville to achieve political independence, asserting that the region must be able to fund at least half of its annual budget. This statement comes as Bougainville continues to navigate...
‘Rugby diplomacy’ spurs economic benefits for PNG
Australia and Papua New Guinea have embarked on an ambitious initiative to establish a Papua New Guinea-based rugby league team in the National Rugby League (NRL) by 2028. Backed by a $600 million investment from the Australian government, this partnership is seen as...
PNG, Australia strengthen maritime infrastructure partnership
Papua New Guinea and Australia have taken a significant step towards modernising the nation’s maritime infrastructure with the launch of a Joint Implementation Unit (JIU). This collaboration, between the Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific...
APIBC offers support for Vanuatu’s business community
The President, Mr Simon Gorman, executive and members of the Australian Pacific Islands Business Council were shocked to see the devastation wrought yesterday by an earthquake on Port Vila, Vanuatu and surrounds. The images emerging of damage to infrastructure, and...
Zane Yoshida elected President of AFBC
The Australia Fiji Business Council’s new President is Zane Yoshida, Founder of The Calmer Co (formerly known as Fiji Kava). He was elected as the 15th President of the Council (AFBC), effective immediately, at the Council’s 38th Annual General Meeting on November 21....
Letter from the President: ‘A remarkable year for the Australia-Fiji Vuvale Partnership’
Dear AFBC colleagues, As the newly elected President of the Australia Fiji Business Council, it is my honour and privilege to address you during this festive season. The trust you have placed in me inspires a deep commitment to strengthening the dynamic economic and...
AFBC member Marine and Civil Maintenance honoured at Fiji awards
Marine and Civil Maintenance, a leader in infrastructure rehabilitation, has been honoured for its innovative contributions to the industry at the Prime Minister’s international Business Awards in Fiji. The company’s commitment to introducing new ideas, workflows,...
APIBC re-elects Simon Gorman as President
The Australia Pacific Islands Business Council (APIBC) is pleased to announce that at its 23rd Annual General Meeting, held in Brisbane on 21 November 2024, Mr Simon Gorman was re-elected by members for a further term as President of the Council. Mr Gorman, who is...
Letter from the President: ‘Our members contribute significantly to our region’s prosperity’
Dear Members of the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council, I am proud to be able to address you during this season of celebration and renewal. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to lead this Business Council, and I am committed to advancing our shared...