The World Bank has disbursed a US$9.5 million (VUV 1.13 billion) grant to support the Government of Vanuatu’s response to Severe Tropical Cyclones Judy and Kevin, and a 6.5...
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For Vanuatu-based nutritionist, entrepreneur, and local food advocate Votausi Lucyann Mackenzie-Reur, economic migration and the rise of the tourist economy — as well as the growing availability of cheap imported...
As Natural Disasters Threaten Vanuatu’s Economic Gains, Agriculture and Education Provide Opportunities
New World Bank research has highlighted the opportunities and economic benefits that greater investment in disaster resilience could provide for Vanuatu, while emphasizing the returns of agricultural...
The United Nations Development Programme’s (UNDP) Pacific Office in Fiji Resident Representative, Ms. Munkhtuya (Tuya) Altangerel, formally presented her letter of credentials to the Deputy...
The EU and Vanuatu took stock of bilateral cooperation since the last Political Dialogue meeting, held virtually in May 2022, and updated each other on key developments.
The European Union allocates €200 000 in humanitarian aid to respond to the impact of Tropical Cyclone Lola in Vanuatu
In response to the impact of Tropical Cyclone Lola in Vanuatu last month, the European Union has released €200 000 to assist the most affected population with emergency humanitarian...
Tropical Cyclones Judy and Kevin: FAO mobilizes to safeguard food security and rural livelihoods in Vanuatu
The Category 4 Tropical Cyclones Judy and Kevin that made landfall over Vanuatu earlier this month have left a trail of destruction in their wake, affecting some...
GIEWS Update - The Republic of Vanuatu: Tropical Cyclone Harold caused widespread damage to the agriculture sector
The passing of Cyclone Harold on 6 April 2020 caused extensive damage to the agriculture sector, including losses of main staples and export crops.
Pacific Island nations are collectively responsible for less than one-tenth of one per cent of the greenhouse gas emissions that are warming our planet.
In the disaster-prone Pacific, the island nation is demonstrating how traditional techniques can help protect food supplies from cyclones and other emergencies.