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- DBEDT E-newsletter – May 2026The May newsletter highlights DBEDT’s continued work to strengthen Hawaii’s economy through partnerships, infrastructure, housing, business development and public service. This month brought opportunities to advance Hawaii’s global relationships through the Hawaii-Philippines Business Tradeshow, Symposium and Reception and the 2026 Hawaii-Japan Sister Summit, reinforcing the value of long-standing partnerships while supporting new conversations around trade, investment, workforce development and resilience.
- April 2026 Visitor Spending Increased Despite Fewer Visitor ArrivalsTotal spending by visitors in April 2026 was $1.77 billion (measured in nominal dollars), a 4.8 percent increase from April 2025, according to preliminary statistics from DBEDT.
- Hawaii March Unemployment Rate at 2.4%DBEDT today announced that the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for March was 2.4%, compared to 2.3% in February.
- DBEDT E-newsletter – April 2026This issue includes updates on recovery resources for businesses, nonprofits and residents affected by recent severe weather, the state’s planned acquisition of the Wahiawa Dam and irrigation system and the upcoming Hawaii-Philippines Business Symposium and Hawaii-Japan Sister Summit. These efforts reflect the broad scope of DBEDT’s work, from agriculture and infrastructure to international partnerships, tourism, energy, education and the creative economy.
- State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson Retires After 25 YearsHawaii State Film Commissioner Donne Dawson will be retiring from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism effective April 30, 2026, concluding 25 years of service managing the Hawaii Film Office and the state’s film program.
