PNG Customs and EastWest Transport sign MOI for the trial implementation of the Trusted Trader Program (TTP)
The PNG Customs Service and EastWest Transport (EWT) have signed a Memorandum of Intent (MOI) for the trial implementation of the Trusted Trader Program (TTP) marking a significant step towards securing, streamlining
Cairns direct flights open up medical tourism opportunities
The management of Fiji’s largest state-of-the-art 130-bed specialty private hospital have commended Fiji Airways for commencing the direct flights between Cairns, Australia and Nadi from Thursday April 10, 2025.
FIJI Water Foundation Launches 2025 Classroom Grants Program to Support Local Teachersand Students Across Fiji
NADI, 13 March 2025 – The FIJI Water Foundation (FWF) has officially launched its highly anticipated 2025 Classroom Grants program that provides up to FJ$5,000 in funding to certified educators for projects that
Hebamo Transport Limited Officially Established: A Strategic Joint Venture to Support Papua LNG Project
Port Moresby, NCD – Steamships Trading Company (Steamships) and Laba Holdings Limited (Laba) are pleased to announce the formal establishment of Hebamo Transport Limited (HTL), a dedicated landside logistics
Steamships Hospitality’s commitment to excellence in Safety, Security and Hygiene awarded with Safehotels Certification
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – Steamships Hospitality and Coral Sea Hotels are proud to acknowledge the Grand Papua Hotel and Gateway Hotel and Apartments who both have achieved the SafeHotels Certification, the
Joy Livia’s journey of loss and perseverance
Life is often coloured by trials and achievements that reflect one’s strength, faith and perseverance. At just 18 years old, Joy Livia Susan Tinairaniunawa has faced some of life’s harshest challenges that have
SPX and PNGX Group Sign MOU to Explore Technology Sharing Opportunities and Strengthen Strategic Collaboration
Fiji’s South Pacific Stock Exchange Pte Limited (“SPX”) and Papua New Guinea’s PNGX Group Limited (“PNGX Group”) have reaffirmed the commitment to fostering innovation and enhancing sustainability in the
SSC to Review Fisheries Data and Management Strategies
The Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council’s Scientific and Statistical Committee (SSC) will meet Dec. 12-13, 2024, to address key issues affecting fisheries management in the Pacific Islands. Electronic
Global Development Conference 2024 concludes
The Global Development Conference (GDC) 2024 was hosted by the Global Development Network (GDN) in partnership with the Government of Fiji and The University of the South Pacific (USP) from November 26 to 28, 2024. The
Pacific Legal Network Announces New Member Firm in Cook Islands
Pacific Legal Network (PLN) is very pleased to announce our newest member firm, Rokoika Law, a boutique law firm based in the Cook Islands. Under the leadership of Lavi Rokoika, Rokoika Law has established itself as an
SPX Charts New Horizons at World Federation of Exchanges Annual Meeting
The South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPX) participated at the 63rd General Assembly and Annual Meeting of the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE), the global industry group for exchanges and CCPs. The event, which featured
USP offers flexible, quality education across the region
The University of the South Pacific (USP) is one of the biggest multi-mode universities in the Commonwealth, offering face-to-face, blended and online learning options for students. The 2024 Global Education Monitoring
Groundbreaking Ceremony kicks off the building of the Centre for Eye Health in Papua New Guinea
Representatives from the Governments of Papua New Guinea, New Zealand and Australia, and other dignitaries gathered on Thursday 7 November for a Groundbreaking Ceremony to celebrate and kick off the building of the
USP academics featured in global Top 2% Scientists List 2024
The University of the South Pacific (USP) academics are once again featured in the global Top 2% Scientists List based on their citations and publications. Professor Ahmed Rafiuddin has been featured on the List
USP to Serve as Regional Hub for the Newly Launched King’s Commonwealth Fellowships Programme
The King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme (KCFP) was launched on 24 October 2024 in the presence of His Majesty, King Charles III in Samoa on the margins of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). The
Fiji Bitter unveils limited edition cans in celebration of 2024-2025 7s series launch
Fiji Bitter unveiled its new limited edition cans recently at the Fiji Brewery, marking the launch of the much-anticipated 2024-2025 Fiji Bitter 7s series, set to commence later this October. The limited edition 300ml
National University of Vanuatu Partners with IDP Education to Offer IELTS Testing, Making International Study and Work More Accessible for Ni-Vanuatu
The National University of Vanuatu (NUV) and its language centre, is proud to announce the signing of an agreement with International Development Programme Education (IDP Education), co-owner of the International
Fishery Council Celebrates 200th Meeting Milestone
HONOLULU (19 September 2024) – The Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council is set to hold its 200th meeting next week, a significant milestone in its 48-year history. The meeting will take place
SPC launches new Pacific-specific literacy interventions tools
Suva, Fiji – The Pacific Community (SPC), together with its regional education stakeholders, launched two literacy resources during this year’s International Literacy Day (ILD) celebrations. These resources can now
Capital Insurance Group Ltd Announces Acquisition of Tower Insurance (Vanuatu) Limited
PORT VILA, Vanuatu – Capital Insurance Group Ltd announced that on 30 August 2024, it successfully completed its acquisition of Tower Insurance (Vanuatu) Ltd, now operating as Capital Insurance (Vanuatu) Ltd. Group
MRMDDM Launches Three-Day Workshop to Elevate Service Excellence and Community Impact for 2024-2025
7 August 2024 Suva, Fiji – The Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management (MRMDDM) embarked on a crucial three-day Planning workshop today for the 2024-2025 financial year period. Under the
Nauru Police Force Takes Lead in Addressing Domestic Violence and Sexual Offences
3 July 2024 Yaren, Nauru – The Nauru Police Force has launched a specialized training initiative to enhance their response capabilities and service delivery for survivors of gender-based violence, demonstrating their
Milestone interest rate for FNPF members
We are excited to announce a significant milestone for the Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) and our members. We have achieved a record interest rate crediting of 8% for our members, the highest in the last two
