AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTourism: Pacific operators are seeing growth, with 47% reporting higher revenue, but limited international flights remain the biggest barrier. A new SPTO–Pacific Trade Invest partnership aims to boost marketing, investment and digital sales. Labour Mobility: The government is overhauling recruitment to reach 5,000 Solomon Islanders in Australia’s PALM scheme each year. Remittances brought an estimated SBD500 million boost last year, supporting households and small businesses, while leaders say workers’ skills should also benefit the local economy. Energy Costs: The US$15.2 million Munda solar hybrid plant is expected to cut reliance on costly imported fuel and provide more reliable power for businesses and communities. Business Pressures: Local firms say rising fuel prices drive up transport, production and delivery costs across the islands. Rural Finance: DBSI has launched new lending facilities and digital banking initiatives to improve access to finance for rural communities and businesses.
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