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Pacific trade survey reveals resurgence of exports
Earlier this year, Pacific Trade Invest (PTI) Australia invited exporters across the Pacific to participate in the Pacific Islands Export Survey 2024. The survey, conducted biennially, provides crucial insights into the activities, challenges, and opportunities faced...
Pacific trade survey reveals resurgence of exports
Earlier this year, Pacific Trade Invest (PTI) Australia invited exporters across the Pacific to participate in the Pacific Islands Export Survey 2024. The survey, conducted biennially, provides crucial insights into the activities, challenges, and opportunities faced...
Qantas, Jetstar expand operations to Vanuatu
Qantas and Jetstar have announced plans to introduce up to nine return flights per week between Australia and Vanuatu, with ticket sales having commenced across both airlines. Starting on September 10, 2024, Qantas will operate three weekly flights between Brisbane...
39th Business Forum reaffirms PNG’s economic potential and resilience
The picturesque Gold Coast in Queensland played host to a significant convergence of business minds and political leaders from May 13 to 15, 2024, at the 39th Australia Papua New Guinea Business Forum and Trade Expo. Organised by the Australia Papua New Guinea...
Kina Bank Invests $7 Million in Brisbane fintech startup
Papua New Guinea’s Kina Bank has announced a significant $7 million investment in WLTH, a rapidly growing Queensland-based fintech and neobank startup. This investment aligns with the goals outlined in the Queensland Pacific Trade and Investment Strategy, which was...
Papua New Guinea to receive A$600m loan from Australia
Australia has approved a significant loan of A$600 million (K1.54 billion) to Papua New Guinea to address the country’s 2023 budget shortfall and support essential economic reforms. This financial assistance follows a previous A$750 million loan provided in 2022,...
Promising future for agribusiness investment in PNG
Papua New Guinea is witnessing a significant transformation in its agribusiness sector, driven by soaring global demand for its agricultural products and strategic initiatives to boost local production. Recent developments highlight the enormous potential for...
Pacific Infrastructure Opportunities Conference debuts in Fiji
In May 2024, the Pacific region witnessed a landmark event with the inaugural Pacific Infrastructure Business Opportunities Seminar held in Fiji. The event marked a significant step forward in fostering regional development, bringing together a diverse group of...
13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum announced
The Australia Pacific Islands Business Council and the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry have announced the 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum. Hosted in Honiara between September 2-4, 2024, the event is poised to be a landmark event for...
Caleb Jarvis appointed General Manager, Pacific Trade Invest network
Pacific Trade Invest (PTI) Australia has announced the appointment of Caleb Jarvis as the General Manager of the global PTI network. After 12 years of exemplary service as the Trade Commissioner, Caleb’s new role will see him overseeing the operations of PTI offices...
Fiji Immigration introduces Priority Work Permit applications
According to a KPMG Fiji report dated 6 June, the Fiji Immigration Department (FID) has announced a new initiative aimed at streamlining the process for obtaining work permits. The introduction of priority work permit applications is expected to expedite the approval...
Sydney expo helps boost Fijian exports
Investment Fiji, in collaboration with the Fiji Consulate General & Trade Commission in Australia & New Zealand, provided a unique opportunity for eight Fijian companies to promote their products on an international stage at the Naturally Good Expo in Sydney....
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