Vanuatu's deputy opposition leader Jotham Napat wants the government to allocate financial assistance to businesses in Port Vila in time for the border opening on 1 July.
Napat said the majority of trained workers are now part of the seasonal schemes in Australia and New Zealand but with financial incentives to employers they could be encouraged to return home to their previous roles, especially in the hospitality sector.
He said international tourists are going to return to Port Vila and the country will need its trained, experienced workers available.
The government has not responded to the call.
Source:
RNZ Pacific