Suva, Fiji – 26 March 2026 – The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS) has launched the third cycle of its E‑commerce Rules Course for Pacific Policymakers, showing its firm commitment to strengthening the region’s capacity to participate effectively in the rapidly evolving global digital trade landscape. This year’s cohort brings together 200 plus participants from […]
Port Vila, Vanuatu – 23-27 March 2026 – The Commonwealth Digital Roadshow made its inaugural debut in Vanuatu from 23-27 March 2026. The initiative aimed to raise awareness of emerging digital technologies and empower Commonwealth citizens to harness their potential for development. Led by the Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation in close partnership with the Government of
Port Moresby, PNG – 11 March 2026 – Papua New Guinea has published its National E-commerce Strategy 2025–2030 (the National Strategy), a comprehensive roadmap aimed at expanding digital trade, supporting businesses, and improving access to online services across the country. PNG’s national Strategy was approved during a national validation workshop held in Port Moresby in
Pohnpei, FSM – 26-27 February 2026 – Pacific Trade Invest (PTI) Australia successfully delivered its Digital Tourism Workshop across both the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and Palau from 26-27, and 23-24 February respectively. Convened under the broader PTI Australia Digital Tourism Program, the two days workshops brought together local tourism operators to strengthen their
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Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – 11 December 2025 – The Government of Papua New Guinea has announced the launch of the Pukpuk Connectivity Initiative, a landmark bilateral digital infrastructure program delivered in partnership with the Government of Australia. The Initiative will deliver new submarine cable systems to strengthen connectivity across Northern and Southern corridors
Suva, Fiji – 19 December 2025 – The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat has released the Pacific E-commerce Priorities report 2025, a new annual publication designed to help steer coordinated action and investment toward the most urgent needs in the region’s digital trade ecosystem. The report consolidates the results of three online surveys conducted with members
Suva, Fiji – 1 December 2025 – E-commerce is a key priority under the Pacific Aid-for-Trade Strategy, recognised for its potential to reduce trade costs, connect markets, and support economic diversification across the region. In 2021, Forum Trade Ministers tasked the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS) with coordinating the implementation of the Pacific Regional E-commerce
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Funafuti, Tuvalu – 24 October 2025 – The Government of Tuvalu officially launched the Vaka Submarine Cable, a first international subsea cable connection for the island nation marking a historic milestone in the nation’s digital transformation journey. The new undersea cable will deliver faster, more reliable, and more affordable internet connectivity across Tuvalu, strengthening access
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Suva, Fiji – 6-10 October 2025 – Fiji’s second National Scams Awareness Week (NSAW) addressed the rising threat of digital scams, with participation from government leaders, civil society, and international partners. Hosted by the Consumer Council of Fiji, NSAW 2025 builds on the previous year’s success, with the theme “Digital Smarts for a Scam-Free Fiji.”
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30 September 2025 – Jamaica (Caribbean) – The Commonwealth Secretariat has launched the Commonwealth Model Law on Digital Trade, along with a comprehensive guide to enactment. This is a major step in updating trade laws and enhancing the global digital economy. The new law aims to update trade rules, make businesses more competitive, and promote
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Avarua, Cook Islands – 12 September 2025 – A new homegrown digital finance solution, Smartie, is gradually expanding its services across the Pacific. First launched in the Cook Islands in late 2024, the Smartie app brings together cashless payments, financial tools, and lifestyle services in a single platform. The application supports instant local payments and
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Nadi, Fiji – 5 September 2025 – The first EU-Pacific Business Forum took place in Nadi, Fiji, on 4–5 September 2025, bringing together government officials, private sector representatives, and development partners to discuss trade and investment opportunities between the two regions. The two-day Forum featured a range of thematic sessions and networking opportunities. Panels covered
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Port Vila, Vanuatu – 21 August 2025 – Vanuatu has launched GrowSmart, a digital savings tool accessed via the M-VATU USSD/SIM-based service on both basic phones and smartphones which aimed at expanding access to financial services, especially for people in remote and underserved communities. GrowSmart allows users to securely save money and earn interest directly
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Nadi, Fiji – 14 August 2025 – Around 200 Pacific Island leaders, policymakers, and partners gathered for Pacific Cyber Week 2025 on 11-14 August in Nadi, reaffirming a united call for practical solutions, stronger collaboration, and regionally driven cyber resilience. The event builds on the Pacific Islands Forum’s decision to consolidate cybersecurity initiatives into one
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Port Vila, Vanuatu – 2 July 2025 – Vanuatu has officially launched the National Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS) 2025–2030, marking a major milestone in the country’s commitment to strengthening inclusive finance and building a more resilient and sustainable financial future for all Ni-Vanuatu. The new Strategy builds on the achievements of the first NFIS (2018–2023)
Suva, Fiji – 5 June 2025 – The Pacific E-commerce Committee (PEC) met virtually for the third time. The meeting was joined by over 50 e-commerce focal points from Forum Island Countries (FICs), partners and agencies implementing the Pacific Regional E-commerce Strategy and Roadmap (the Strategy). PEC oversees the governance mechanism of the Pacific E-commerce
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Suva, Fiji – 4 June 2025 – The Pacific E-commerce Alliance, known as PacifEcom, is pleased to welcome the Oceania Customs Organisation (OCO) as its sixth partner. This new partnership follows the formal submission of a signed Statement of Intent from the OCO, dated June 4, 2025. PacifEcom was established in 2023 directly fulfilling one
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Suva, Fiji – 29 April 2025 – The United Nations for Trade and Development (UNCTAD), in collaboration with the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS), has launched the Pacific Cyberlaws Gap Analysis, a comprehensive study aimed at identifying areas where digital legal frameworks in the region need strengthening. The finding provides guidance for policymakers to navigate
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