Maritime islands to get 24/7 power boost

Three of Fiji’s maritime islands are set to get 24-hour electricity under a $2.5million project backed by the United Arab Emirates and New Zealand. The LAKARO (Lakeba, Kadavu, and Rotuma) Rural Government Station Project, first launched in 2015...

World : Malaysia To Participate In UNTCC Chiefs' In New Delhi

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia will take part in the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs’ Conclave in New Delhi, an event bringing together senior military leaders from 32 nations to discuss measures to...

$10k sponsorship boost for Tailevu

The Tailevu Rugby Football Union (TRFU) is thrilled to announce a substantial partnership with Standard Concrete Industries, valued at $10,000. This collaboration will play a pivotal role in supporting the Union’s ambitious 2025–2030 Business...

Solomon Islands Advances Bold Vision for Sustainable Tourism by 2035

The Solomon Islands is taking strategic steps to transform its tourism sector into a key driver of economic growth, community empowerment, and environmental stewardship, in alignment with the Government’s 2016-2035 National Development Strategy....

Virtuoso debuts the official Luxe Report 2026

Virtuoso has debuted the official Luxe Report 2026 that shows the future of luxury travel in Australia & New Zealand. The 2026 Virtuoso Luxe Report once again taps into the collective knowledge of Virtuoso’s industry-leading travel agency members,...

Malaysia to take part in UNTCC chiefs' conclave in New Delhi

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has confirmed its participation in the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs' Conclave in New Delhi, which will bring together senior military leaders from 32 nations to discuss measures to strengthen...

Standing Committee chair lauds FBC’s self-sustainability focus

Standing Committee on Economic Affairs chair Sakiusa Tubuna [Source: Parliament of the Republic of Fiji / Facebook] Standing Committee on Economic Affairs chair Sakiusa Tubuna said despite being Government-owned, the Fijian Broadcasting...

Declaration of Peace amid realities of violence

ANALYSIS: Pacific leaders have declared a Blue Pacific “Ocean of Peace” - yet many warn the document misses a chance to ground peace in Pacific values and practice. The Blue Pacific Ocean of Peace declaration was signed earlier this month at the...

EFL chargers under review – DPM Prasad informs Parliament

Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad told Parliament today that a review of Fiji’s electricity tariff framework is underway to ensure affordability for consumers while maintaining investor confidence in the energy sector. He said the...

Norwegian Cruise Line's Escape Ship Finally Arrives In New York City Under The Aid Of Multiple Tugboats

It happens in the cruise world. Delays may take place, altering plans. Norwegian Cruise Line has experienced these issues in recent weeks. Among the recent delays that took place was Customs Service intervening on the Norwegian Sun ship after a...

Over $700M in building projects approved in 2024: Minister tells Parliament

Minister for Local Government Maciu Nalusima has revealed that building approvals processed in 2024 amounted to a potential investment of $701.3 million, reflecting strong investor confidence in Fiji’s economy. In a written response to a question...

TOURISM TALANOA : Tourism at the crossroads of global economics

YOU’LL have seen the fresh analysis on the Pacific’s infrastructure deficit sent out by ANZ Pacific Insights in previous weeks. It’s useful because it puts numbers to a reality many of us have been living with for years. I’ll tip my hat to the...

RFU could use ‘anti-pee paint’ to placate Twickenham locals in push for new licence

The Rugby Football Union has proposed using “anti-pee paint” that would leave public offenders “covered in their own urine” to ease residents’ fears over plans to increase the number of music concerts staged at Twickenham. The RFU is seeking...

Consumption activity remains strong supported now by reduced VAT and improved disposable income

Consumption activity remains strong so far into the year in Fiji fuelled by higher disposable income and steady remittance inflow. The Reserve Bank of Fiji says in the year to August, net Value Added Tax collections (3.3%), total vehicle...

CITES Parties in the Pacific take part in training on implementation through fisheries legal frameworks

The waters of the Pacific Islands countries (PICs) are home to numerous aquatic species that are listed in the CITES Appendices, and which support livelihoods and economic opportunities for communities in over a dozen Parties to the Convention....

The Best & Worst Of Survivor’s New Era (CBS Has Made Major Changes)

Survivor is arguably the most influential reality show of all time, but the New Era has its highs and lows. Though the iconic title has been airing since 2000, Season 41 marked a drastic shift, modernizing the game and upping the ante following...

Students turn out in numbers for FNU Open Day

Students will have a chance to make significant life plans today as they are turning up in numbers at the 2025 Fiji National University (FNU) Open Day. The theme for this year’s Open Day is “Crafting Futures Together.” While speaking to...

Climate adaptation: What we can learn from our Pacific Island neighbours – Opinion

Start local Adaptation isn’t just about government-led large-scale investments like new roads and bridges. Building hope and momentum by empowering community-led action can strengthen resilience. We shouldn’t underestimate the reduction in risk...

APAC must not let trade turmoil distract from development goals: UNDP

The trade landscape in Asia and the Pacific (APAC) is being reshaped by a wave of US tariffs and broader shifts in global trade policy, with the impact felt through three defining forces: disruption, diversification and divergence, according to a...

Climate-resilient infrastructure gets a $385m boost

Fiji is setting a benchmark in climate-resilient infrastructure following the signing of the $385 million agreement with the Asian Development Bank yesterday. The agreement will finance the water security project which is expected to modernize our...