Business
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Fiji Eyes Bangladesh Labor Pact to Stabilize Sugar Industry
Fiji is weighing a bold new plan to steady its sugar industry amid ongoing labor shortages. A cabinet-ready recruitment model hints at international partnerships and farmer-backed deployment, signaling a major shift for cane farming and milling.
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Tourism Fiji Signals 2025 Marketing Push After Northern Talanoa
A pivotal gathering in Fiji maps a path toward inclusive, regionally balanced growth as Tourism Fiji brings together its board, operators, and traditional leaders. Plans on the horizon include the Fiji Matai 3.0 – Fiji Travel Agent Specialist Training Program and a 2025 marketing strategy aimed at boosting Vanua Levu and Taveuni.
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Fiji SPX Annual Awards Return Boosts Confidence in Financial Hub Ambitions
Fiji’s financial scene shines as the SPX reinstates its Annual Awards, highlighting governance, transparency, and investor confidence. A Lifetime Achievement honor for Hari Punja punctuates a night of leadership reflections, while government support reinforces Fiji’s push to become a regional financial hub.
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What the Credit Union Bill 2025 Could Mean for Fiji
Fiji’s financial sector gets a major refresh with a landmark Credit Union reform. Expect stronger member protections, modern governance, and clearer oversight as the move reshapes the framework for today’s savers and a more resilient system.
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Parametric Insurance Boom as Storm Season Approaches
Parametric insurance is catching on as families bolster protection against severe weather. New, affordable products are rolling out for welfare and disability needs, plus a standalone rainfall cover as the cyclone season approaches. With faster, more predictable payouts and stronger community resilience on the horizon, this could signal a major shift in how households weather…
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California Seedlings Land in Fiji, Fueling Vanua Levu Orchard Plan
Fresh seedlings from California arrive in Fiji, kicking off a bold farming venture in Vanua Levu. A citrus-and-fruit pilot, supported by modern greenhouses and local partnerships, hints at a future where more fruit is grown close to home.
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Fiji’s Home & Living Unveils 24/7 Online Store with Instant Hire Purchase
Fiji’s shopping scene just got a major upgrade: a 24/7 online platform with faster checkout, instant hire-purchase approvals, and easy ways to send gifts home to loved ones abroad. A smarter, smoother path to what you want, when you want it.
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Zootopia 2 Dazzles Holiday Box Office, Signals Hollywood Animation’s China Breakthrough
Zootopia 2 kicks off Hollywood’s holiday season with a record-breaking global haul, powered by a standout performance in China that hints at a new era for animated blockbusters.
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Regulator Probes IndiGo as Flight Cancellations Mount Across Major Airports
IndiGo is facing a fresh wave of disruption, with hundreds of flights canceled and travelers left stranded at India’s biggest airports. Technical glitches, weather, and new crew rules are cited as the drivers behind the chaos, prompting a schedule reshuffle as authorities review the situation.
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China’s 15th Five-Year Plan Aims to Boost Fiji Trade
China signals a renewed push to deepen economic ties with Fiji under its 15th Five-Year Plan, focusing on high-quality development and global stability. Fiji’s valued exports were highlighted on the international stage, hinting at new opportunities in the Chinese market. The roadmap suggests stronger cooperation and growth for both nations in the years ahead.
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Fiji Sugar Gets a Sweet Boost as UK Raises Quota and Rarawai Mill Resumes
Fiji’s sugar sector may be stepping into a brighter chapter as a major trade win aligns with the restart of a key mill. Fresh momentum could boost farmers and communities, signaling a hopeful path to recovery and renewed industry activity.
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Fiji Pine Trust Unveils New Logo, Signals Fresh Start for Landowners
Fiji Pine Trust unveils a bold new logo along with a five-year strategic plan, signaling a reset focused on rebuilding trust with landowners and pursuing long-term wealth creation. Leaders describe the move as a fresh start designed to put landowners at the center of every decision and initiative.
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Suva’s Yatu Lau Arcade Reopens After $10 Million Makeover
Suva’s Yatu Lau Arcade reopens after a major facelift, signaling a new era of activity and opportunity for locals. A diverse mix of tenants—from health and dining to grooming—promises renewed energy and economic momentum for the community.
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Ralph Lauren Unveils Team USA Opening Ceremony Look for the Winter Olympics
Ralph Lauren unveils a new chapter of Team USA style for the Winter Games, blending timeless polish with a contemporary edge for the Opening Ceremony. It’s a bold statement of national pride and Olympic spirit from a decade-long collaboration that keeps turning heads.
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Fiji Sugar: High Global Prices Amid Shrinking Cane Output
Fiji’s sugar sector is balancing higher global prices with stubborn domestic hurdles. Cane yields and sugar output are slipping, while issues like cane quality and farming practices strain the supply—yet government top-ups have kept farmers’ incomes above the minimum. A closer look reveals what’s shaping the industry’s uncertain path ahead.
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Fiji Market Vendors Forum Elevates Women Leaders as Agents of Change
Vendors from across Fiji gathered for a national forum focused on empowering local markets and women leaders. The discussions explored entrepreneurship, digital skills, climate resilience, and improving market spaces—all pointing to fresh momentum for Fiji’s marketplace and the communities it supports.
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Fiji SPX: Record Dividends and Strong Profits Fuel Investor Confidence
Fiji’s listed companies are boosting investor sentiment with record dividends and sustained profits, signaling a resilient market and growing shareholder value.
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TWC Launches Fiji Seedling Pilot in Vanua Levu to Boost Citrus Farming
Seedlings are arriving in Waiqele as a bold Fiji farming initiative takes root. This pilot project blends greenhouse cultivation with hands-on training for local farmers, aiming to boost sustainability, spur economic activity, and strengthen food security in Vanua Levu.
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Fiji Expands Tax Relief for Termite-Damaged Homes and Farms
Fijian families and farmers may soon gain tax relief for termite damage as a proposed amendment widens disaster-reserve rules to cover biosecurity emergencies. This could offer a tax-efficient path to repairs and reconstruction for communities battling the long-running termite threat.
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South Pacific’s RC Manubhai Joins Forbes India Select 200 for 2025
RC Manubhai and Co. Ltd. is stepping onto the global stage, named in Forbes India’s Select 200 Companies with Global Business Potential for 2025. As the South Pacific’s sole honoree, the Fiji-based hardware group hints at bold expansion and rising regional influence.
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Fiji TV Launches Setto and HierTalent, Redefining Advertising and Recruitment
Two new digital platforms are reshaping Fiji’s online advertising and recruitment scene. Setto brings video-first ads with a self-serve dashboard, while HierTalent promises smarter hiring through automated candidate matching. A glimpse into Fiji’s evolving digital economy.
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Fiji Tourism Reaches $918M in Q3 2025 as Australia Drives the Surge
Fiji’s tourism sector is riding a strong wave into the year’s final quarter, with a clear rebound driven by major markets and higher visitor spending. The uptick hints at resilience for the island nation’s economy as the peak season approaches.
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Fiji Trials AI in Lending to Boost Financial Inclusion
Fiji tests a bold AI-driven credit pilot that keeps human judgment at the forefront. Expect faster loan decisions and broader access, with final approvals in capable hands. Early interest suggests this could reshape how financial services reach underserved communities.
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FNPF 2025 Annual Report Signals Leadership Changes and Rising Compensation
Big shifts in leadership and compensation are on display, with short-term benefits for top executives rising in the latest year. IT leadership changes and the appointment of a new General Counsel point to a sharper strategic focus on governance and operational effectiveness.
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Fiji Unveils New Polymer Banknotes with Enhanced Security Features
Fiji unveils a fresh generation of polymer banknotes featuring upgraded security and durability. The redesigned notes carry unique vignettes that celebrate Fiji’s identity, culture, and heritage across the denominations. The rollout marks a modern chapter for the currency and is set to begin in the coming year.
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Pacific Islands Fast Payments Push Aims for Inclusion
Leaders from across the Pacific gather in Nadi to chart the next phase of near-instant money movement and cross-border connectivity. The three-day workshop dives into risk, regulation, and the latest payments technology, signaling a shift that could boost inclusion and resilience for families and businesses across the region.
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Fiji and UNSW Team Up to Turbocharge Local Startups
A bold new alliance aims to push Fiji’s entrepreneurial scene onto a global stage, pairing local enterprise support with a world‑class international university. Expect expanded incubator programs, mentorship from top programs, and new funding avenues that could unlock fresh opportunities for small businesses and aspiring founders.
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FNPF Reports Strong Contribution Growth as Migration Withdrawals Surge in Fiji
Fiji’s retirement fund shows solid growth in member contributions, signaling stronger savings among members. But rising migration withdrawals and changing member behavior are shaping a new, member-first plan focused on accessibility and long-term protection for savers.
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FNPF Boosts Government Bonds as Cash Near $1B
FNPF is reshaping its investment mix with a notable rise in government securities, plus new quasi-government bonds and a refined liquidity strategy. These moves point to steadier income and a more diversified risk approach, all aimed at safeguarding long-term savings. A glimpse into these shifts shows how Fiji’s pension fund is navigating a fluctuating market…
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Raffe Hotels Unveils Fiji Community Trust to Double Guest Donations
Raffe Hotels & Resorts unveils the Malolo Lailai Community Trust, a guest-supported fund designed to uplift Fiji’s local communities. Donations are matched dollar-for-dollar by the resorts, fueling grants in education, health, environmental care, emergency relief, and community wellbeing—building lasting, community-led impact.