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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,...
Fiji Budget: What’s in it for business?
Fiji’s 2024-25 budget introduces key policies to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and enhance export capabilities, reflecting a significant effort to stimulate economic growth, support local businesses, and attract overseas investment. To bolster SMEs, the...
Historic Pacific banking forum concludes with key commitments
Photo Caption: Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown addresses the Pacific Banking Forum in Brisbane. Photo Courtesy: Pacific Islands News Association/ Australian Government. The inaugural Pacific Banking Forum, a landmark event organised by Australia and the United...
Australia boosts Fiji’s road maintenance with significant investment
Australia is significantly elevating the standards of safety and efficiency in Fiji’s road maintenance and construction sectors through a major financial commitment aimed at revitalising the island nation’s transport infrastructure. The Australian Infrastructure...
PNG-Australia Ministerial dialogue strengthens bilateral ties
Photo caption: Senator the Hon Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Hon Richard Marles MP, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Hon John Rosso MP, Deputy Prime Minster and Minster for Lands, Physical Planning, Urbanisation and Immigration and Hon...
Australia enhances visa processing for PNG
Australia has announced a significant improvement in its visa processing facilities for Papua New Guinea citizens, reducing the waiting time from three months to just seven days. This development was revealed during the 30th Australia-PNG Ministerial Forum in Port...
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