The following lists events of the year 2023 in Vanuatu.
Incumbents
President: Nikenike Vurobaravu Prime Minister: Ishmael Kalsakau (until 4 September); Sato Kilman (until 6 October); Charlot Salwai onwards
Events
5 January – Sato Kilman orders an investigation into the Vanuatu People's Investment and Equity Fund after failing to deliver on promised financial returns. 8 January – A 7.0 magnitude earthquake strikes offshore near Sanma, Vanuatu. 1 February – The East Epi submarine volcano erupts in Epi, Vanuatu, for the first time since 2004, sending ash 300 feet into the air, with a 10 kilometer radius danger zone. 8 August – The prime minister of Vanuatu Ishmael Kalsakau reshuffles the cabinet and appoints two new ministers ahead of a no-confidence vote. 16 August – Prime Minister of Vanuatu Ishmael Kalsakau survives a no-confidence vote, with the opposition falling one vote short to oust him. 17 August – Opposition parties in Vanuatu boycott the parliament after the failed attempt to oust prime minister Ishmael Kalsakau. 4 September – The parliament of Vanuatu elects Sato Kilman as the new prime minister, replacing Ishmael Kalsakau. 6 October – Charlot Salwai is elected as Prime Minister of Vanuatu following a no-confidence vote in Sato Kilman. 26 October – Cyclone Lola downgrades after leaving widespread damage in Vanuatu.
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