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Parliament of Vanuatu Approves VT927 Million Productive Sector Banking Facility

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Parliament has approved a Government Financial Guarantee for the Productive Sector Banking Facility valued at more than VT927 million. Written Motion Number 2 of 2026 was presented by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Johnny Koanapo and seconded by Minister of Trade Samson Samsen. The scheme highlights strong Government support for the productive sector through a financial guarantee aimed at...

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Parliament of Vanuatu Approves VT927 Million Productive Sector Banking Facility

Parliament has approved a Government Financial Guarantee for the Productive Sector Banking Facility valued at more than VT927 million. Written Motion Number 2 of 2026...

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