The Government of Fiji and the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) have taken a significant step toward advancing private sector-led growth and strengthening economic ties between Fiji and the United States.
The Compact Development Funding Agreement was signed by U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Fiji’s Minister for Finance, Commerce and Business Development, Esrom Immanuel.
The agreement enables joint technical work to design projects aimed at enhancing Fiji’s economy while creating new opportunities for U.S. trade and investment.
“This is more than an agreement — it is a catalyst for prosperity. By working with Fiji, we aim to design a compact that drives investment, opens new markets for American companies and strengthens the foundation for a free and open Indo-Pacific,” Landau said.
“This agreement reflects Fiji’s commitment to good governance, economic freedom and growth-oriented investment,” Immanuel said. “Together, we will address key development challenges and deliver lasting benefits for Fijians.”
Fiji was selected by the MCC Board in August 2025 to develop a compact programme, recognising the country’s reform momentum and its role as a regional hub for transport, business, healthcare and workforce development.
MCC compacts are five-year agreements that fund programmes addressing key constraints to economic growth. The new agreement launches a data-driven design process to identify priority sectors and develop projects aligned with Fiji’s long-term development objectives and shared strategic interests in the Pacific.
MCC continues to expand its engagement in the Pacific, with ongoing or developing programmes in Solomon Islands, Kiribati and Tonga.
To date, MCC has committed nearly $115 million to support Pacific Island countries in addressing structural economic challenges and strengthening connections to global markets and U.S. businesses.
The Millennium Challenge Corporation is an independent U.S. government agency focused on promoting sustainable economic growth through results-based foreign assistance. Its grants support large-scale infrastructure, policy reforms and economic modernisation initiatives.
