The Pacific Islands Telecommunications Association (PITA) is delighted to announce that its 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM) Business and Expo 2025 will take place in Honiara, Solomon Islands, from 28th April to 2nd May 2025.
This year’s prominent event will be hosted by Our Telekom. The conference theme, “Digital Nations in Smart Blue Continent: Strengthening Digital Sovereignty and Connectivity for a Resilient Pacific Future,” highlights the region’s shared commitment to strengthening technological capabilities and sustainable growth.
Bringing together CEOs, executives, and industry experts from major telecom firms throughout the Pacific, the PITA event provides a robust platform for the exchange of insights, experiences, solutions, and ideas. Participants will focus on fostering innovation, bridging technological gaps, tackling business challenges, and examining emerging trends—all aimed at ensuring a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient digital future.
Christina Lasaqa, CEO of Our Telekom remarked: “We are honored to host our fellow telecommunications leaders here in the Solomon Islands. This meeting is a remarkable opportunity to share expertise and develop collaborative solutions that will drive digital transformation across the Pacific. Together, we will strengthen digital sovereignty and connectivity, ultimately improving the quality of life and resilience of our communities.”
Key highlights of the PITA conference include:
- Keynote Presentations & Panel Discussions: Addressing critical industry issues, such as network expansion, digital inclusion, and cybersecurity within the context of digital sovereignty and connectivity.
- Technology Demonstrations & Exhibitions: Showcasing cutting-edge solutions tailored to the unique needs of Pacific communities, emphasizing resilience and sustainability.
- Workshops & Breakout Sessions: Offering in-depth exploration of emerging technologies, best practices, and strategic approaches to delivering affordable, secure, and innovative telecommunications services.
Through this event, PITA and its members seek to advance regional collabo- ration to overcome challenges posed by geographical isolation, regulatory barriers, and infrastructure investment. By pooling expertise and resources, PITA aims to create a resilient, future-ready telecommunications environment— one that supports the strength and digital sovereignty of all Pacific Islanders.
About Our Telekom
Solomon Telekom Company Limited (Our Telekom) is a local private company with majority shareholding by Solomon Islands National Provident Fund, (SINPF) which holds 97.32% of the shares, and the Investment Corporation of the Solomon Islands (ICSI), which owns 2.68% of the shares.
Our Telekom is a full-service provider with the largest mobile footprint in the Solomon Islands. Services include; Mobile 2G/3G/4G LTE, Fixed lines, VDSL & GPON, Wired/Wireless Broadband, FTTP, IPVPN, Domain & email provisioning, DR facilities management, Co-location, IT desktop services, IPLC services, Tele- vision services, and VOD services and Our Telekom’s Mobile Money Business, M-SELEN, is a pioneering mobile money service in Solomon Islands, offering secure and convenient financial solutions. M-SELEN is committed to improving financial inclusion, ensuring financial access for all, and driving financial growth in the region.
About PITA
The Pacific Islands Telecommunications Association (PITA) is a non- profit organization formed to represent the interests of Pacific Islands in the field of telecommunications.
Objectives: The objective of the association is to improve, promote, enhance, facilitate and provide telecommunications services within Member and Associate Member countries.
