STRATEGIC ECONOMIC INVESTMENTS
Agriculture, MSMEs, Fisheries, Tourism
GOAL:
Drive economic growth through sustainable agribusiness, fisheries, tourism, and small-medium enterprises (SMEs).
PROJECTS:
- Expansion of oil palm, vanilla, and cocoa farming
- Strengthening fisheries and aquaculture for increased seafood exports.
- Establishing eco-tourism hubs in the Trobriand Islands and Louisiade Archipelago.
- Supporting MSMEs through financial grants and training.
PROGRESS & UPDATES:
- New agriculture cooperatives established for cocoa and vanilla farmers.
- Tourism industry revival post-COVID with new resort developments.
- Increased seafood exports, especially tuna and shellfish farming.