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Economy

“Mi Mas Strong from Family Blong Mi” Suzane’s Brave Return to the Market

For Suzane Iahit, the reopening of the Port Vila Market House is more than just business ,it’s survival. “This market hemi wok blong mi. Mi...

IMF Warns Political Interference in SOEs Poses Corruption Risk

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised concerns that political interference in Vanuatu’s state-owned enterprises (SOEs) is increasing the risk of corruption. In a press...

IMF: Govt Must Spend on People, Not on Non-Urgent Projects

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned Vanuatu that while the country is trying to recover economically, government spending must focus on critical areas...

Tanna People Open Homes for Visitors as Big Events Bring More Demand

High demand for accommodation, transport, and shops shows early signs of economic benefits for the island. Some people on Tanna are opening their homes to...

UN Report Calls for Urgent Action to Boost Investment in Vanuatu

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has released its 2025 World Investment Report, highlighting an 11% global decline in foreign direct...

Consultations Underway for Major Trade Reform to Strengthen Consumer Protection in Vanuatu

A major trade reform is underway in Vanuatu, aimed at addressing unfair competition in the market and improving consumer protection across the country. As inflation...

Concerns Grow Over Rise of Chinese Retail Shops in Vanuatu’s Residential Areas

Local business owners and community leaders are voicing growing concern over the sharp rise in Chinese-owned retail stores now operating in residential areas of...

Agricultural Exports Drop in First Quarter of 2025

Agricultural production and export volumes in Vanuatu declined slightly in the first quarter of 2025, according to a new report from the Vanuatu Bureau...

Labour Force Survey Reaches Over 80% of Targeted Households

More than 80% of the 4,000 selected households in the Labour Force Survey sample have been successfully interviewed, according to the Vanuatu Bureau of...

Vanuatu and ADB Explore Rapid Disaster Financing to Strengthen Resilience

The Government of Vanuatu and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) are in advanced discussions on a contingent disaster financing tool that would allow the...

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Torba Gains Greater Control Over Disaster Response

Torba Province will now have a greater role in leading disaster response. Its Provincial Disaster and Climate Change Committee (PDCCC) was formally established in Torba...

Indonesia Says Papua Discussion Must Reflect Full Picture

Indonesian diplomat Nona Gae Luna says any discussion about the human rights situation in Papua should reflect what Indonesia describes as the full picture,...

Digital Farmer Registry to Improve Farmer Data Management

The Digital Farmer Registry is expected to improve how the Government records and manages information about farmers across Vanuatu. The Food and Agriculture Organization of...

Pacific Students to Build Climate Solutions Ahead of COP31

Hundreds of university and TAFE students from the Pacific, Australia, New Zealand and the European Union will take part in a 60-hour online hackathon...

VT 1.49 billion ADB Grant to Strengthen Disaster Preparedness in Port Vila 

People living in Port Vila will benefit from improved disaster preparedness and safer community facilities following the approval of a VT1.49 billion grant by...
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