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News · Vanuatu
VANUATU: Looking back at three years of Business Link Pacific in Vanuatu and looking forward to new and inclusive business services
In 2017, the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) launched its multi-country Business Link Pacific initiative in Vanuatu, with the goals of incentivising the market for business advice, promoting private sector growth, and improving the sector's capacity to increase employment. Since then, Vanuatu’s business community has helped to shape BLP’s main services…
4 September 2020
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News · Cook Islands
COOK ISLANDS: Partnership between BLP & The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce opens up new opportunities and support programs for local SMEs
Earlier this year we extended our BLP services to the Cook Islands to support the growth of small-medium sized enterprises across the islands. Working in partnership with The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce (CICC), we are proud to work on connecting growing businesses to local experts in key business areas including business and strategy planning,…
31 August 2020
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Business Link Pacific launches new Certificate in Business Advisory Skills
Business Link Pacific is proud to announce the launch of the Business Link Pacific Certificate in Business Advisory Skills for BLP Business Advisors throughout the Pacific Islands.
17 August 2020
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News · Papua New Guinea
PNG: Taking the positive and making it permanent: Best practice business tips from Pure Water’s CEO
Covid-19 has created a ‘new normal’ for many businesses around the world, from social distancing and home-based offices to new technology and strategies.
3 August 2020
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Celebrating World MSME Day 2020 amidst a global pandemic
For the last 3 years, the prime objective of World MSME Day declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2017 is to raise awareness and celebrate the contribution MSME’s make to the global economy and sustainable development.
1 July 2020
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News · Fiji
FIJI: On the road to recovery: Eventuros Fiji assists Vee’s Organic Farm to create its online presence
The Covid-19 crisis may be far from over in many countries around the world, however, in a select few Pacific Island nations, businesses are starting to forge a path to a ‘new normal’ and taking steps in the direction of business recovery.
9 June 2020
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News · Vanuatu
VANUATU: Pandanus Consulting helps Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce & Industry support private sector businesses during Covid-19 crisis.
In a crisis, effective communication can make the difference between leading or becoming irrelevant. In the case of small businesses, staying connected to clients, suppliers, employees and government is key to survival.
25 May 2020
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News · Vanuatu
VANUATU: The Kava House increases brand awareness with support from BLP business advisor Pandanus Consulting
Here at Business Link Pacific, we are committed to supporting businesses in the Pacific to transform, improve and develop their enterprise, by providing them with access to local essential business advisory services.
12 May 2020
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Gender and social inclusion for Pacific businesses in a time of Covid-19
At Business Link Pacific (BLP) we partner with women and men to support the growth and continuity of businesses in the Pacific Islands. We work to enable access to business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses and take into consideration their different and gendered dynamics and needs.
13 April 2020
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News · Fiji
FIJI: When The Fusion Hub met Eventuros - Women-led businesses join forces using BLP Subsidy
Business Link Pacific champions innovation and entrepreneurship. We especially admire businesses in the Pacific Islands that are simultaneously creating social impact through their operations or producing thought-provoking products that aim to solve global issues.
30 March 2020
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Business Link Pacific COVID-19 100% Subsidy Package Support:Terms and Conditions
Following Business Link Pacific’s (BLP) announcement on the COVID-19 100% Subsidy Package Support for BLP approved business advisors (BASPs), this brief article outlines the terms and conditions of the package. Download the full document here.
30 March 2020
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