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The Vanuatu Made Week is more than just an exhibition — it’s an economic driver.
Mr. Noel Kalo, Director of the Department of Industry (DOI), made the above statement, saying: “By supporting this event, PACER Plus is helping our MSMEs tap into new markets, strengthen business networks, and reinforce the Vanuatu Made brand at home and abroad. It is about creating sustainable livelihoods while proudly promoting what is authentically ours.”
The seventh Vanuatu Made Week, which ran for four days from 23 to 26 September, showcased the very best of Vanuatu’s locally made products, crafts, and services. Bringing together Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), producers, and stakeholders from all six provinces, the event has become a flagship platform for promoting the creativity, innovation, and resilience of Vanuatu’s people.
The Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations (PACER) Plus was a Gold Sponsor of the event. This year’s program featured a trade fair, the Vanuatu Made Toktok B2B Forum, a garments and textiles fashion show, All-Vanuatu-Made product cooking demonstrations by the Vanuatu Chef Association, and an awards night. Together, these activities provided a valuable space for producers to connect directly with domestic consumers and international buyers.
For many vendors, the chance to showcase their products to a larger audience was invaluable. Ms Esmie Jimmy, owner of Green Forest Oils, a natural oil producer from Nguna Island, said: “This week I sold what I would normally sell in a month. But more importantly, I’ve connected with new buyers as well.”
The PACER Plus Vanuatu National Coordinator, Mr. Michael Ligo, said that supporting events like Vanuatu Made Week aligns with PACER Plus’s mission to strengthen trade and economic opportunities in Vanuatu. By helping local producers gain visibility, build networks, and access information, PACER Plus contributes to sustainable private sector growth while encouraging value-added export readiness.
“Supporting Vanuatu Made Week matters because it’s not only about showcasing products, but also about building confidence, creating opportunities, and ensuring that Vanuatu-made goods find their rightful place in both regional and global markets,” said Mr. Ligo.
