MDF in the Pacific

What is MDF?

Market Development Facility (MDF) is an Australian Government funded multi-country initiative which promotes sustainable economic development through higher incomes for women and men in our partner countries. We connect individuals, businesses, governments and NGOs with each other, and with markets at home and abroad. This enhances investment and coordination and allows partnerships to flourish, strengthening inclusive economic growth.

MDF is currently active in Fiji, Timor-Leste, Papua New Guinea (PNG) and Sri Lanka. From 2021, MDF will be expanding to Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu. MDF is funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). It is implemented by Palladium, in partnership with Swisscontact.