Fiji prepares for State visit by Tongan royals ahead of Tui Nayau installation ceremony
The King and Queen of Tonga, King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u will visit Fiji to attend the chiefly installation of the Tui Nayau, Ratu Tevita Uluilakeba
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Fiji’s first-ever Recreational Day celebrates senior citizens’
"Today is a step towards reducing feelings of loneliness and isolation and promoting a greater sense of belonging within our community," said Maciu Nalumisa, Minister for Housing and Local Government, as he opened
Do U.S tariffs signal an end to business as usual for Pacific
President Trump's 2025 withdrawal from the Paris Climate Treaty signaled a disregard for international commitments, potentially encouraging other nations to act with similar
Disproportionate and unfair, Fiji on 32 percent tariff imposed by Trump
Fiji's Ministry of Finance states the imposition of a 32% across the board tariff on Fijian exports into USA is disproportionate and unfair.
Fiji among big Pacific losers under Trump tariffs
Fiji and American lovers of high-end bottled water Fiji Water – stand as the big losers of US President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff play in the Pacific. In the blue continent, some of the world’s
Fiji hit with 32% US tariff under Trump’s new trade policy
Fiji will now face a 32% tariff on its exports to the US, with water exports to be hardest
Bringing CEDAW closer to the Pacific: Leaders focus on ending gender-based violence
“Achieving gender equality is not the business of governments alone. It is something that needs to be addressed by all sectors of our Pacific.” Mereseini Rakuita, Principal and Strategic Lead for Pacific
Prompt for discussion released ahead of Fiji electoral system consultations
Fiji’s newly appointed commissioners to the Electoral Law Reform Commission have launched two vital documents in preparation for an elections process already being met with both hope and concern for the Fijian public.
Fiji exported goods worth K43.9million to PNG in 2023
Fiji’s exports to Papua New Guinea reached more than FJD$25.3 million (about K43.9 million/US$10.93 million) in 2023, with items such as electric conductors, sweet biscuits and garments, according to Fiji’s Deputy
We Say: Learning from faith-based teachings
Between March and April this year, three of the world’s largest religions celebrate important dates.On March 1, the Muslim community started its annual fast of Ramadan, sometimes known as Ramzan.This month-long time
Insurance sector taps into AI
The insurance industry is under pressure to transform. This shift is global, and is about improving customer experience and ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability in a highly competitive
Insurance grows but faces challenges
The general insurance sector in Fiji has maintained a positive performance in 2023, growing 8%.Despite facing challenges such as rising claims costs and increasing competition, the sector showed resilience and is poised
Fiji urged to accelerate BBNJ ratification
Regional partners are calling on Fiji to speed up its ratification of the BBNJ Agreement as other countries move forward with their commitments under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. The BBNJ
“Our people need us more than ever” nurses hear
Nurses are the backbone of Pacific health systems, attendees gathered for the Pacific Heads of Nursing and Midwifery Meeting in Nadi have been reminded. Pacific health leaders are meeting in Nadi this week to address
Leaders call for climate action during post COP29 debrief
Pacific leaders have reiterated the region’s urgent climate demands at the Post-COP29 Debrief of Pacific Political Climate Champions, warning that their voices must not be sidelined. This week’s session brought
Fiji mission to PNG targets $100m trade opportunities
Fiji aims to secure 20 qualified investment and trade opportunities with a projected combined value of at least $100million (US$50 million) by engaging with key stakeholders in Papua New Guinea (PNG). A delegation of
David v Goliath: Fiji’s amateurs to battle All Whites’ professionals in World Cup qualifier
The Fiji men’s senior football team faces a ‘David vs Goliath’ test when they meet New Zealand for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Oceania Qualifiers in Wellington next weekend. The Bula Boys will be up
FIJI Water Foundation Launches 2025 Classroom Grants Program to Support Local Teachersand Students Across Fiji
NADI, 13 March 2025 – The FIJI Water Foundation (FWF) has officially launched its highly anticipated 2025 Classroom Grants program that provides up to FJ$5,000 in funding to certified educators for projects that
Australia commits $72 million in budget support for Fiji
The Australian Government has committed an additional FJ$72 million (AU$50 million) in budget support to Fiji for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The agreement was signed by Deputy Prime Minister Biman Prasad and the
Fiji launches National E-Commerce Strategy 2025-2029: A step towards a digital future
The Fiji Government has officially launched the National E-Commerce Strategy 2025-2029, aimed at transforming Fiji’s economy by embracing digital trade. In his keynote address, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister
Fiji and PNG trade imbalance a concern
Papua New Guinea’s acting high commissioner to Fiji, Bill Olmi has expressed concern over the current trade between Fiji and PNG. Speaking during the revival of Fiji & PNG Business Council event in Suva
FEO begins the destruction of 2022 ballot papers
The Fijian Elections Office is focused on preparations for the 2026 general election and the local government elections later this year. Supervisor of Elections Ana Mataiciwa said this as the Fiji Elections Office today
