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Vanuatu Graduate Ventures into Online Business, supported by PIFS E-Biz Plus Program

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Port Vila, Vanuatu – 18 February 2026 – A young entrepreneur from Vanuatu is redefining what employment can look like after university. Instead of seeking a traditional job, Rexta Abraham, an Economics and Business graduate from the University of the South Pacific, is building his own  opportunities through online business, also thanks to what he […]

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A new report from PIFS informs members and stakeholders of the regional e-commerce priorities for 2026

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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

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Fiji leads regional effort against digital scams at second National Scams Awareness Week

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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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Smartie emerges as a new digital payment solution in the Pacific

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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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Pacific e-commerce spotlighted at first EU-Pacific Business Forum

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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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Vanuatu Launches GrowSmart Digital Savings Tool to Enhance Financial Inclusion

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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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Pacific E-commerce Initiative welcomes the launch of Fiji Innovation Hub to advance inclusive digital finance

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17 July 2025 – The Pacific E-commerce Initiative welcomes the launch of the Fiji Innovation Hub, the first of its kind in Fiji, designed to support entrepreneurs to build inclusive, locally driven financial solutions. According to the Pacific Regional E-commerce Strategy and Roadmap, fintech present a great potential to deliver digital payment solutions efficiently, from

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Vanuatu launches new National Financial Inclusion Strategy to drive resilient and equitable economic growth

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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)

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ANZ Vanuatu partners with M-Vatu to transform digital banking

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Port Vila, Vanuatu – 8 April 2025 – ANZ Vanuatu has successfully integrated with Vodafone Vanuatu’s M-Vatu mobile money platform, creating a seamless banking experience for customers across Vanuatu. This strategic partnership connects traditional banking services with the country’s popular mobile payment system, allowing customers to transfer funds directly between their ANZ accounts and M-Vatu

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Siuhuu launches in Fiji, opening new markets for local businesses

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Suva, Fiji – 7 November 2024 – A major marketplace in the Pacific, Siuhuu, has officially launched in Fiji on Thursday 31 October, providing a new platform for local vendors to reach and expand markets nationally, regionally and globally. The online platform, which supports businesses across the Pacific and beyond, is now available to Fijian

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Mastercard Drives E-commerce Growth in the Pacific with Merchant Forums in Fiji

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Suva, Fiji – 18 July 2024 – Mastercard Pacific’s recent series of forums across Fiji have raised awareness about the adoption of digital payments and their potential benefits for local merchants. These dialogues contribute to Mastercard’s dedication to accelerating e-commerce development across the region. During the Suva forum, Craig Kirkland, Head of Mastercard Pacific, highlighted

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Cross-border Mobile Money transfer opens for Cook Islands and Fiji

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Suva, Fiji – 30 April 2024 – As of April 2024, people can make cross-border money mobile transfers between Cook Islands and Fiji. This milestone achievement not only enhances the competitive landscape for remittance services in the region but has also the potential to improve people’s lives. The new service is possible thanks to the

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The Pacific responds to declining Correspondent Banking Relations in the region

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Suva, Fiji – 22 April 2024 – The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS) and the World Bank co-organised the first High-level gathering on 27-28 March in Sydney to address the decline of Correspondent Banking Relations (CBR) in the region. This meeting marks the initial step in implementing the CBR Action Plan, endorsed by Forum Economic

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Launch of UN report reveals Fiji’s digital and financial literacy landscape

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Suva, Fiji – 01 August 2023 – In 2022, the UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) conducted a Digital and Financial Literacy Baseline Survey in seven Pacific Island Countries: Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, and Vanuatu. Fiji was the first of the Pacific countries where the survey was rolled out. On 27

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M-PAiSA Mastercard emerges as a game-changing solution for the Pacific

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Suva, Fiji – 22 May 2023 – The Pacific E-commerce Initiative welcomes the launch of M-PAiSA Mastercard, an exciting addition to Pacific e-payment solutions. Through M-PAiSA Mastercard, the partnership between Vodafone and Mastercard in Fiji opens the doors for M-PAiSA customers to purchase products domestically and internationally with assured security. Vodafone Fiji Board Chair, Mr

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Grant opportunity: digital innovative solutions to support Pacific agribusinesses

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Suva, Fiji – 22 May 2023 – The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is inviting private sectors innovators to submit proposals on digital innovative solutions to support micro to medium scale Pacific Agribusinesses. The Pacific Agri-MSME Digital Innovation Challenge will offer grants of up to USD 80,000 and a range of support services to

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A new cross-border mobile money service launched in the Pacific

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Suva, Fiji – 12 May 2023 – The Pacific E-commerce Initiative welcomes the launch of a new feature connecting Vodafone’s M-PAiSA and M-Vatu services and allowing cross-border money transfers. The new feature allows greater convenience to remit funds across the borders from Fiji to Vanuatu paving way for inclusive digital transfer solutions and instantaneous transfer.

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