Investment's Role in Vanuatu's Economic Development: A Historical Perspective
Investment in Vanuatu has played a crucial role in its economic development throughout different historical periods. Starting from pre-1970 when both British and French governments supported foreign direct investment with few obstacles for entrepreneurs, to the challenges and opportunities faced in
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Investing in a Skilled Future: Insights from PILNA 2021 in Vanuatu
Explore the detailed assessment findings from PILNA 2021 in Vanuatu, focusing on literacy and numeracy levels among Year 4 and Year 6 students. Discover the comparison with regional performance, trends over the years, and key messages derived from the assessment data. Uncover the disparities between
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Investment and Challenges in Economic Development Workshop
Delve into the role of investment in economic development with Olivier Fernandez, owner of Gaston Chocolat. Explore the real cost of domestic investment, supply chain barriers, and entrepreneurship challenges in Vanuatu. Topics include the cost of doing business, competitiveness, employment resource
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The Role of Agriculture Production in Future Planning
Agriculture production plays a crucial role in future planning by enhancing food security, supporting rural livelihoods, and driving economic development. With over 80% of the population engaged in agriculture in Vanuatu, initiatives like the Overarching Productive Sector Policy aim to ensure sustai
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Closing the Gap: Empowering Women in Vanuatu's Future Economy
Explore the crucial role women can play in Vanuatu's economy, focusing on shifting societal norms and attitudes to recognize women as legitimate leaders. Discover the importance of evidence in showcasing the benefits of female leadership and empowering women to contribute meaningfully to society. Ov
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Glossary of Key Terms
Explore essential terms in economics such as command economy, consumer, demand, economic system, free enterprise system, goods, innovation, market economy, marketplace, mixed economy, needs, producer, profit, resources, scarcity, services, supply, technology, trade-off, traditional economy, and want
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Investing in a Skilled Future - Bridging the Gap with David Lambukly
Explore the importance of introducing skills development at an early stage in education, focusing on secondary schools in Vanuatu. Learn about the current curriculum, key skills taught, and the national curriculum statement's core purpose in preparing students for the future workforce.
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Empowering Women for Economic Growth: Lessons and Strategies
The role of women in Vanuatu's future economy is highlighted in Session 5, emphasizing the economic benefits of gender equality. Insights from global examples underscore how closing the gender gap leads to enhanced economic efficiency. Practical approaches such as Gender-Sensitive Budgeting and Gend
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Investment and Economic Development in Vanuatu
Explore Vanuatu's efforts to attract investment and promote economic development, focusing on the role of the private sector, major challenges faced by the economy, initiatives to support businesses, and strategies to reduce the cost of doing business. The government is committed to creating a stabl
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Government Services Reforms in Vanuatu Public Service Commission
Chairman Martin Mahe is leading innovative reforms in the Vanuatu Public Service Commission to improve service delivery. The focus is on a robust legislative framework, clear procedures in the Public Service Staff Manual, rigorous performance management, and policy development for effective decentra
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Leveraging Non-Oil Exports for Nigeria's Blue Economy Growth
Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC) focuses on diversifying Nigeria's economy by promoting non-oil exports for sustainable growth. The Blue Economy concept involves sustainable use of ocean resources for economic development. Nigeria's abundant ocean resources such as maritime transportation, fi
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Vanuatu Delegation Preparation for COP27 NAB Meeting
The Vanuatu delegation is gearing up for the COP27 NAB Meeting scheduled for April 20th, 2022. The COP is vital for reviewing the implementation of the Convention and making decisions to enhance its effectiveness. Resolutions were made to retain COP26 Delegates and engage in preparatory activities f
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Legal Empowerment Advancing Climate and Environmental Justice for Children in East Asia-Pacific
Legal empowerment empowers children to uphold their rights to a healthy environment and safe climate through legal and non-legal actions. Projects in East Asia-Pacific focus on case studies, workshops, and guidance to advance climate and environmental justice, including initiatives in Australia, Ind
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Understanding Indian Economy: Course Outcomes and Resources
Explore the course outcomes of the Indian Economy, covering economic development, policies, population growth, planning, agriculture, Kerala's economy, and resources for further study. Access government data and publications on the Indian economy for comprehensive learning.
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Legal Implications of the Digital Economy in Malawi
Explore the legal implications of the digital economy in Malawi as discussed at the ICAM Annual Lakeshore Conference. Topics include the Electronic Transactions and Cyber Security Act, principles of implementation, Malawi CERT, data privacy, and the significance of the digital economy in transformin
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Overview of Modern Business Environment in Indian Economy
Modern business in the Indian economy is characterized by large size, oligopolistic nature, diversification, global presence, technology orientation, and changing government regulations. The Indian economy features a mixed economy with both private and public enterprises, low per capita income, uneq
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Insights into India's Thriving Gig Economy and Future Work Trends
India's gig economy, spearheaded by initiatives like IWWAGE, is reshaping the future of work, particularly for women. Key questions revolve around the gig economy's impact, legislative frameworks, and COVID-19 repercussions. Academia investigates the rise of gig work, focusing on platforms like Uber
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The Blue Economy and Marine Pollution: A Comprehensive Overview
The presentation outlines the thriving ocean economy, the concept of the Blue Economy, the World Bank's approach, risks faced by oceans, and the impact of marine pollution on Small Island Developing States and coastal regions. It emphasizes sustainable development of oceanic activities, collaboratio
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Conservation Efforts for Dugongs and Seagrass in Vanuatu
The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund, with support from the GEF and UN Environment, is implementing a project in Vanuatu to address knowledge gaps, raise awareness, and develop a National Plan of Action for the conservation of dugongs and their seagrass habitat. Through identifying and pr
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Emergency Response Partners in Vanuatu Provinces
This information details the presence of various FSAC partners in different provinces of Vanuatu during the emergency phase. The provinces covered include Shefa, Tafea, Malampa, Penama, and Torba. Various organizations such as NDMO, Oxfam, World Vision, Salvation Army, and others have been active in
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Understanding Right to Information and its Implementation in Vanuatu
The session on Right to Information (RTI) aims to enlighten participants on access to information, its importance in community participation, and the process of obtaining information. Vanuatu's commitment to RTI is evident through the National RTI Policy and Act, aligning with global conventions for
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Vanuatu 4th Health Research Symposium - Port Vila, 12-13 October 2023
This presentation covers the proceedings of the Vanuatu 4th Health Research Symposium held in Port Vila, Vanuatu. It includes discussions on various topics related to health research, methods used, results obtained, and recommendations for future implications. The symposium also highlights acknowled
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Challenges and Progress in R2R Project Implementation
GEF Pacific Ridge to Reef Programme focuses on innovative solutions for resource management in the region. The project faces challenges like Covid-19 restrictions, turnover, and deadlines. Countries like Samoa, PNG, and Vanuatu have made progress in baseline assessments, while others are in the proc
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Vanuatu Price Control Bureau Presentation Highlights Key Responsibilities and Structure
Vanuatu Price Control Bureau presentation covers the vision, mission, and values of the organization, establishment details, organizational structure, powers of inspectors, traders' responsibilities, and more. It emphasizes creating a dynamic and competitive market in Vanuatu while ensuring fairness
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Insights into Social Economy and Social Dialogue Research Outcomes
Research outcomes from the Mesmer+ project at HIVA KU Leuven reveal misalignments in social dialogue inclusiveness, challenges faced by social economy entities, and the role of employers in the social economy. Recommendations include enhancing the role of social economy employers and promoting inclu
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Exploring the Green Economy and BRICS Cooperation
The discussion focuses on the importance of the green economy for BRICS nations, suggesting ways for collaboration, especially in addressing climate change and transitioning to a low-carbon economy. The BRICS countries play a crucial role in global stability and sustainable development. Features of
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Fisheries and Aquaculture in Vanuatu: Sustainable Development and Management
Vanuatu aims to ensure sustainable exploitation of fisheries resources, maximize economic and social benefits, contribute to food security, and meet regional responsibilities through its fisheries sector. The country's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) covers 668,220 km2, with key features including a r
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The Impact of Pandemics on the Shadow Economy Performance
Pandemics have a significant impact on the shadow economy, influencing the legal economy in various ways. The shadow economy serves as a buffer for high unemployment rates and can contribute to budget revenues through legal spending. Studies suggest that a growing shadow economy may reflect dissatis
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Evolution of Services Marketing in the Modern Economy
The shift towards a service economy has transformed marketing practices, leading to the emergence of Services Marketing as a distinct discipline. This evolution highlights the unique characteristics of services, such as intangibility and simultaneous production-consumption. The 1980s mark a pivotal
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Challenges in Promoting Bislama in Formal Education
Bislama, a pidgin language in Vanuatu, faces stigma in formal education despite its significance in national identity. Arguments against its use cite similarities to broken English, vocabulary limitations, and disruptions to English fluency. Efforts to shift from deficit to difference approaches in
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Initiatives Towards Sustainable Tuna Fishing and Food Security in the Pacific Region
Various initiatives and efforts are being undertaken in the Pacific region to promote sustainable tuna fishing and enhance food security. Activities include workshops to improve tuna stock assessments, modelling the effects of climate change on tuna populations, and efforts to increase value and cre
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Oversight Mission Report Highlights July-August 2023
The oversight mission report for July-August 2023 highlights various events and activities in Samoa and Vanuatu. Key points include the impact of a cyber-attack in Vanuatu, leadership and governance needs, capacity-building for staff, procurement challenges, staffing issues, and recommendations to i
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Understanding the Human Impact of Climate Change - Teaching Resource for Ages 9-11
Explore the effects of climate change on food security, livelihoods, and communities through a teaching resource designed for ages 9-11. Learn how unpredictable rainfall, changing rain patterns, and extreme weather events are making it challenging for people to grow food and sustain their lives. Dis
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Understanding the Impact of the Gig Economy on Marginalized Groups in Toronto
This report delves into the effects of the gig economy on racialized and immigrant populations in Toronto. It outlines research findings, stakeholder insights, and strategic recommendations to address the challenges faced by marginalized groups in the gig economy. The study aims to shed light on the
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The Multilingual Turn in Sociolinguistics: Implications for Educators
Exploring the multilingual context in Vanuatu, this article delves into the historical evolution of language policies and their impact on education. It discusses the diverse language landscape in Vanuatu, the challenges faced by educators, and the shifting paradigms in language instruction over time
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Vanuatu Shelter Cluster Meeting Summary and Updates
The Vanuatu Shelter Cluster meeting held on June 18, 2015, at the PWD offices in Port Vila discussed various important topics including feedback from previous meetings and field visits, water supply improvement plans, partner updates, and ongoing distribution activities. The meeting also focused on
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The Learning Consortium for the Creative Economy Webinar Summary
The webinar on The Learning Consortium for the Creative Economy discussed key topics such as agenda details, presenters' backgrounds, poll results, and insights on the Creative Economy and its importance. Participants engaged in discussions on topics like the Recap on the Creative Economy, Scaling o
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Coal Combustion Products & the Circular Economy - Addressing Resource Flow Challenges
This discussion delves into the intersection of coal combustion products and the circular economy, emphasizing the need for continuous re-evaluation of resource chains, ecosystem metabolisms, and industrial innovations to ensure sustainable environmental practices and economic growth. Exploring the
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Advancing Social and Green Economy in Western Balkans
Creating an ecosystem for social and green economy in the Western Balkans is crucial for fostering peace, reducing disparities, and promoting sustainable business models. Initiatives like promoting innovation, job creation, and skills development among young entrepreneurs are key to driving growth a
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Understanding RTI Law and Freedom of Information in Vanuatu
This content provides insights into the importance of RTI law for civil servants, emphasizing transparency and accountability. It covers the objectives of the course, the concept of freedom of information, the necessity of such laws in Vanuatu, and the benefits of openness in governance. The focus i
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