COMMUNIQUE OF THE 27TH PACIFIC IMMIGRATION DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY REGULAR ANNUAL MEETING
The 27th Pacific Immigration Development Community (PIDC) Regular Annual Meeting (RAM) hosted by the Kingdom of Tonga’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nukualofa, Tonga on 17 – 20 June 2025 brought together heads of immigration agencies and senior officials from across the Pacific region
Pacific Nations Enhance Migration Data Skills to Address Regional Challenges
Immigration officials from 20 Pacific countries convened in Brisbane from April 28 to May 2, 2025, for a vital training programme focused on migration data collection, analysis, and management. Hosted by the Pacific Immigration Development Community (PIDC), the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the five-day workshop equipped 34 participants with enhanced data capabilities.
RISP & NCP Meeting
Information Coordination Officer
Due Date: Friday 02 May 2025 – 05:00pm
PIDC Scholarship Fuels Border Security Leadership in Samoa
The Pacific Immigration Development Community (PIDC) continues to strengthen regional security by investing in the development of future leaders like Mo’emo’e Junior Tuiavii. A Principal Immigration Officer in Samoa Immigration, Tuiavii oversees operations at the nation’s seaports—a vital frontline in the region’s border security.
Talifaia Faatonu: Strengthening Samoa’s Border Security through Education and Leadership
Talifaia Faatonu, Principal Immigration Officer for Visa Operations in Samoa, has spent over 17 years dedicated to protecting the country’s borders. From her early days as a new officer in 2007 to her current middle management role, Talifaia’s journey has been shaped by her commitment to national security and continuous professional growth.
Internal Audit
The Pacific Immigration Development Community Secretariat seeks to engage an Audit Firm to conduct an Internal Audit for a period of one year commencing July 2025. The Request for Proposal and Terms of Reference covering this request are available via the links below. Request for Proposal. Terms of Reference
External Audit
The Pacific Immigration Development Community Secretariat seeks to engage a suitable qualified Audit Firm to be the external auditor for the Secretariat for the next three years commencing July 2025. The Request for Proposal and Terms of Reference covering this request are available via the links below. Request for Proposal Terms of Reference
IOM and Japan Support the Marshall Islands to Enhance Border Management
Majuro – In a collaborative ceremony, last week, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) together with the Embassy of Japan and the Government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), delivered essential equipment to strengthen border management and prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Korea proposes visa exemption
The Republic of Korea is proposing at a deal with Solomon Islands to offer visa exemption for diplomatic and official passport holders of both countries.
