The Pacific Power Association’s 33rd Annual Conference and Trade Exhibition comes to Nadi, Fiji, from 2–5 November 2026. The Pacific’s largest energy conference brings together utility leaders, development partners and industry for speeches, technical presentations and a trade exhibition. This year’s theme is fair rates, reliable services and faster investment in renewable energy and grids across the Pacific Islands.

Shark Week Palau returns for its 25th year from 28 February to 7 March 2027, hosted by Fish ‘n Fins and the Micronesian Shark Foundation. Divers join daily trips to Palau’s best shark sites in the world’s first Shark Sanctuary, contribute to citizen science research, and hear from conservation experts. The week also features a short-video competition and a gala dinner with a Palauan buffet.

The Choose New Caledonia Summit comes to Nouméa from 16–18 March 2027, bringing together government leaders, investors and businesses to explore trade and investment opportunities. Focus sectors include mining, infrastructure, digital development, blue and green economies, and tourism. Participants can meet senior government representatives, learn about investment incentives, and take part in tailored B2B meetings, networking events and site visits.

APIBC members interested in joining an Australian business delegation can register their interest with APIBC by 20 November 2026.

PNG Fashion Week comes to APEC Haus in Port Moresby on 17–18 September 2027. As Papua New Guinea’s national platform for fashion, culture and the creative industries, it showcases local designers on the runway alongside a Designer Showroom and the Pacific+ Fashion Summit. Billed as “The Future of Culture”, the event helps designers, models, photographers and creative entrepreneurs build sustainable careers.