It is with a deep sense of duty and commitment that I present this overview in my capacity as the Honorable Minister of Infrastructure and Public Utilities (MIPU) for the Republic of Vanuatu. The Ministry holds a pivotal mandate in shaping the physical and functional foundation of our nation—one that is critical not only to advancing economic development through improved land, sea, and air transport infrastructure, but also to strengthening climate resilience, promoting social equity, and ensuring sustainable, inclusive growth for all Ni-Vanuatu.
In alignment with the National Sustainable Development Plan (NSDP) 2016–2030, the Ministry’s priorities are geared towards enhancing connectivity, improving access to essential services, and delivering infrastructure that withstands the increasing impacts of climate change.
Key focus areas of the Ministry include:
- Transportation Infrastructure: Upgrading and maintaining core roads and feeder roads, bridges, airstrips, and maritime infrastructure to improve mobility and stimulate economic activity across all six provinces and area councils.
- Public Works and Resilience: Ensuring infrastructure development integrates climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction principles to safeguard our communities and environmental assets.
The Ministry acknowledges the ongoing contributions of our international development partners and regional institutions, whose support is crucial in delivering high-impact infrastructure projects. The Ministry is committed to transparent coordination, sustainable practices, and capacity building to ensure that infrastructure investments have long-lasting benefits for our people.
As we look to the future, the Ministry remains firmly committed to a collaborative approach—working hand in hand with other government ministries, provincial authorities, communities, and development partners to deliver infrastructure that empowers, protects, connects, and unites. Across all six provinces, our dedicated technical teams are on the ground, committed to turn plans into measurable outcomes and realities. Their work consistently reflects our shared vision for national development. This is made possible by our patriotic spirit of teamwork. It is this spirit of unity and shared purpose that drives the Ministry’s vision, mission and strengthens our service to the people of Vanuatu.
It is my sincere hope that this platform provides you with the information you seek from the Ministry, as we work together to establish the necessary infrastructure that effectively and efficiently delivers services to our communities’ doorsteps.
Tankiu tumas.
Honorable Xavier Emanuel HARRY (MP)
Minister of Infrastructure and Public utilities