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Solomon Islands charts a steady path to economic recovery
The Solomon Islands, like many Pacific nations, is navigating a challenging economic environment, shaped by both global disruptions and domestic shifts. At the Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum (2-4) September 2024, Raynold Moveni, Deputy Governor of the...
A new era of financial resilience for the Pacific?
World Bank President Ajay Banga’s recent visit to the Pacific marked a pivotal moment for the region, highlighting a renewed focus on tackling the unique challenges faced by Pacific Island nations. His trip—the first by a World Bank President to the region in nearly...
Forum wraps up with renewed commitments to economic partnership
The 28th Fiji-Australia/Australia Fiji Business Forum held at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva, drew over 200 delegates from Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and across Fiji. This year’s forum was the largest in the history of the event, with a diverse group...
Infrastructure takes centre stage at Fiji Business Forum
Infrastructure development and its critical role in the country’s economic growth and resilience were the main flavour of deliberations at the recent 28th Fiji-Australia/Australia-Fiji Business Forum in Suva (29-31 August). Multiple presentations highlighted ongoing...
Honiara to host impressive line-up of speakers
The 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum, coming up in Honiara from September 2-4, will feature a very distinguished group of speakers, each contributing their unique expertise to the discussions on economic growth for the Solomon Islands and how Australian...
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,...
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