This report explores the opportunities for enhancing local content in infrastructure procurement in the Pacific to increase economic growth, jobs, and broader development outcomes.
This report was prepared by Peter Lawther, Richard Phelps, and David Hamilton with support from Reuben Tovutovu (Solomon Islands) and Siosiua Utoikamanu (Tonga) and the Pacific Region Infrastructure Facility (PRIF). The report is published by PRIF, a multi-partner coordination and technical assistance facility for improved infrastructure in the Pacific region. The PRIF development partners are the Asian Development Bank, Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, European Union, European Investment Bank, Japan International Cooperation Agency, New Zealand Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Trade, United States Department of State and the World Bank Group.