THE stage is set for the region’s premier technology showcase as the countdown begins for the 2026 Fiji Tech Summit, scheduled to kick off today at the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa in Natadola.
The event, hosted annually by DATEC Fiji, will gather hundreds of delegates, regional business leaders, and global ICT vendors.
DATEC Fiji chief executive officer Vinit Nand highlighted that the landmark summit continued to serve as a vital catalyst for digital transformation and regional collaboration across the Pacific.
Reflecting on the milestone event, he said this year’s summit was bigger than its predecessors.
“This is the fifth year for the tech summit, and we have come a long way in terms of having this summit annually in Fiji,” Mr Nand said.
“What it really means for Fiji, and the Pacific Island communities and its people is that we are getting the global technology vendors right here into Fiji.
“That basically provides a direct access to connect with the vendors, network with the vendors and basically understand what’s happening in the technology space.”
Mr Nand said they anticipated a robust participation this year with substantial growth.
“We got 37 vendors participating, and in total we are looking at almost 400 participants for the two-day event.”
Detailing the vision of the two-day discussions, Mr Nand explained the event was geared towards connecting the region to the rest of the world.
“The theme for the Fiji Tech Summit for 2026 is bringing the Pacific together.
“We want to become a more connected Pacific Island nation, and position Fiji as the digital hub for the Pacific, planning our digital journey and digital aspirations as one nation.”
Mr Nand strongly encouraged corporate participation, emphasising that technology was no longer confined to IT departments.
“Technology these days, every business, every organisation relies on it.
“It is not merely for IT professionals.
“It goes beyond that.
“It is for business requirements and boardroom discussions as well.
“It’s about what we can take back from the summit and actually apply in our own organisations and see the value which it creates in terms of productivity, in terms of outcome, and seeing the ROI which we get.
“I invite all senior leaders, executives and business professionals to join us.”
