Development

Australia’s International Development Policy presents a long-term vision for how the development program will meet the critical needs of our partners, support sustainable development and help lift people out of poverty. Australia seeks relationships based on respect, and partnerships that create economic and social value for us all.

The Australia–Papua New Guinea Development Partnership Plan 2024—2029 (DPP) translates into action the development priorities Australia shares with PNG. The DPP responds to objectives articulated through the Comprehensive Strategic and Economic Partnership and the Bilateral Security Agreement. 

The review provides valuable insights into the performance of OIREP as well as reflections on Australia’s portfolio of energy investments in Tonga, and ways forward for Australia’s development partnerships in the sector.

DFAT will shortly go to market for a managing contractor to implement the Vietnam – Australia Human Resource Development Program (Aus4Skills). 

The Australian Government is supporting the Government of Vanuatu (GoV) through its Vanuatu Education Support Program (VESP) to undertake long-term education reforms. 

The SEAG2G value proposition is that by leveraging Australia’s institutions and expertise, Australia can support partner countries to respond to critical economic development opportunities and challenges.