21/10/2025
Official Opening of Torres Area Council Building on Loh Island Strengthens Decentralization Efforts
By Give Me News — Vanuatu’s Headlines
Loh Island, TORBA Province — The Government of Vanuatu’s ongoing decentralization policy look another step forward with the official opening of the Torres Area Council Building on Loh Island.
The event marks a major milestone in the government’s vision of bringing government closer to the people across all islands. The new council building provides a permanent base for local governance, community engagement, and administrative coordination in the Torres Islands — one of the most remote areas of the country. Speaking during the ceremony, representatives from the TORBA Provincial Government emphasized that the new infrastructure is part of the broader national effort to strengthen local authorities and improve service delivery in rural communities.
“This is a clear demonstration of the government’s commitment to empower local institutions and ensure that decision-making happens closer to the people it serves,” said one official. Community leaders and residents expressed appreciation for the development, highlighting that it will make it easier for citizens to access government services and participate in local governance processes.
The Torres Area Council Building will serve as a central hub for meetings, planning, and coordination of community programs, supporting the government’s goal of inclusive and effective governance throughout the provinces.
