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Publishing of nominees for VCCI Annual General Meeting 25 April, 2024

VCCI's Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday 25 April from 4.30 to 6pm at MOORINGS Hotel in Port Vila. If you would like to attend via Zoom please use the link here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86460949072?pwd=MUhTdFIvaU5nSDJaV2VJVkVFcmp1dz09 Please…
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The light and shade on Vanuatu’s “Sun Tax”

A recent article published in the Daily Post after a press release from the Utilities Regulatory Authority (URA) has sparked a heated debate over the proposal to instore a fixed charge for the self-generation…
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Illuminating Vanuatu’s Solar Tax Debate: Addressing Chronic Underinvestment and Its Consequences

The recent proposal by the Utilities Regulatory Authority (URA) to introduce a fixed charge for self-generated electricity using solar power systems has sparked an intense debate among Vanuatu's citizens.…
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**SOLAR ROOFTOP SELF GENERATION- CONSULTATION DATE CHANGE**

Please read the notice below from DoE and URA about a consultation being held this week Friday 5th April in Port Vila on Solar – please note this is your opportunity to come and ask questions and give…
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NATIONAL FORUM VIDEO RECORDINGS AND PRESENTATIONS AVAILABLE HERE!

Dear members, A huge thank you to all who attended our 2 day national Economic and Investment Forum last week, either in person or via VBTC streaming. We are still collecting ideas and solutions…
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VCCI Annual General Meeting set for Thursday 25 April 2024 – 8 seats up for nominations

VCCI Council 2024 Elections are coming up! The Council is comprised of 16 members of the private sector, experienced in managing their own businesses and dedicated to advancing their industry sectors.…
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VANUATU’S PRIVATE SECTOR ECONOMIC UPDATE – AVAILABLE NOW!

VCCI is proud to present to you our new Vanuatu Private Sector Economic Update, produced to provide an accurate and up-to-date snapshot of the state of Vanuatu’s economy and the critical challenges that…
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Current vacancies at VCCI – come and join the team!

VCCI is starting the year off with expanding its team. We are looking for a new and dynamic Communications and Monitoring & Evaluation Officer and a new Project Support Officer.  The Communications…
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Thirteen Green Entrepreneurs from Vanuatu graduated from the Pacific Greenpreneurs program 2023

Port Vila, Vanuatu, 23rd November 2023 – The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), in partnership with the Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), celebrated the graduation of its 2023 cohort…
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VCCI welcomes French volunteer Anthony Lener

VCCI welcomes Anthony Lener, via the France Volontaires program, to our team. Anthony will be devoting his time to both the VCCI and Club des Affaires France Vanuatu, building on existing relationships…
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ADD YOUR BUSINESS AS A LOCAL SUPPLIER IN VANUATU’S CYCLONE RESPONSE NETWORK

Dear business member, As we gear up for the upcoming cyclone season, your business is not just a commercial entity; it can be a stronghold of resilience in our community. VCCI and the Vanuatu Business…
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PACIFIC ISLANDS ENTREPRENEURSHIP EXPO

Esther Wenau of the Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce & Industry (VCCI) was thrilled to be invited to be a part of the Pacific Islands Entrepreneurship Expo held in Suva, Fiji at the Grand Pacific Hotel…
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SANTO WORKSHOP: Usum Facebook blo promotem smol bisnis – 2 dei woksop!

Yu save hau blo krietem wan fesbuk peij? Yu wantem promotem bisnis mo advertisem lo Fesbuk? Kam Joinem Tahnia Cook, fesbuk maket coj blo VCCI, bai hemi tekem yu tru lo ol simpol step blo hau nau yu save…
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VCCI launches second Pacific Green Entrepreneurship program in partnership with GGGI

Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce & Industry (VCCI) was excited to have its second Pacific Green Entrepreneurship network incubator cohort in Vanuatu that was successful launched on Monday 19th to 21st of…
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Consultation on the updating of the National Labour Mobility Policy

Dear Members, The National Labour Mobility Policy is in the process of review and seeking input from the private sector and employers. The VCCI has arranged a consultation opportunity for our members,…
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VANUATU SKILLS NEEDS INDUSTRY REPORT 2023 now available

The Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), in partnership with the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) surveyed enterprises to assess skills needs of businesses in Vanuatu. The survey…
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VCCI ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – now THURSDAY 4 MAY 2023

VCCI Council 2023 Elections The Council is comprised of 16 members of the private sector, experienced in managing their own businesses and dedicated to advancing their industry sectors. By serving on…
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NATIONAL TOURISM EVENT SUCCESS!

Over 120 tourism business owners, operators and managers came together on the 16th November at the Holiday Inn Resort in Port Vila to receive up to date tourism and key travel infrastructure information,…
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GeolabXP – an Industry Development Fund Story

GeolabXP was a successful IDF grant recipient in the IDF’s first round of funding, receiving their grant in early 2022. The grant has helped the business to expand its services into a new area – in…
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Road works underway in Port Vila to ease flooding issues in CBD

Port Vila's Public Works Department (PWD) and VNPF have agreed on the work required for the long-term repair and fixing of the drainage system in Port Vila, to remove the blockage in wastewater pipe to…
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Workshops coming up in Port Vila and Luganville!

Dear members, We have a full program for November, with events and workshops running every week. Check out our program of free to attend workshops below and visit our Events page to register! Date Topics Location 15-Nov-22 Stress…
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