Business
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Fiji’s Social Pension Reaches 58,000 Elderly, Strengthening the Pacific’s Ageing Safety Net
Across the Pacific, a social pension is becoming a lifeline for older adults and their families. New findings from Fiji show the scheme stabilising households and expanding security as populations age, signaling big questions for regional policy and how aging is protected in the years ahead.
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Japan-Indonesia deepen energy and security ties with MoC on critical minerals and nuclear energy
Japan–Indonesia ties are expanding fast—from minerals and energy to defense—yet the hard work on governance and public buy‑in remains. As Jakarta diversifies partners while balancing non‑alignment, the new momentum could redefine the partnership—or expose its limits.
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Fiji households brace for fuel-driven price squeeze as Phase One plan pushes vendors to cut trips and sell closer to home
Rising fuel costs are forcing Fiji’s market vendors and families to rethink daily life. From trimming trips and selling from home to cutting discretionary spending, locals say the changes are already reshaping budgets and routines.
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Winston Thompson urges Fiji to forge a shared national vision through Leadership Fiji
Fiji’s leadership puzzle needs a unifying vision that rises above every division. A veteran public servant argues that real progress comes when leadership development is matched by stronger institutions and timely accountability—calling for a cohesive, inclusive national purpose that cuts across sectors.
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Fuel price surge pushes Suva families to cook with firewood
Fuel prices are climbing, and in Suva a family is swapping gas for firewood, turning cooking into a slower, more labor-intensive task. With a single income and rising costs, essentials are being trimmed as the fuel squeeze bites. Officials warn relief could take weeks, making these real-life choices all too immediate.
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ISEESUN: Fiji-born jewellery built for sea life with hypoallergenic, durable metals
ISEESUN is a Fiji-born jewellery label by Victoria Pau’u that blends minimalist, ocean-inspired design with durable, hypoallergenic metals built for island life. From a Savusavu flagship to plans for global reach, the collection celebrates sun, sea and resilience without sacrificing style.
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Sprint hits 25-year milestone as Fiji’s locally produced, affordable soda from Motibhai with seven flavours
Sprint, Fiji’s homegrown soft drink, has quietly become a staple at gatherings and in supermarkets. Now a 25-year-old brand, it’s expanding its flavor lineup and strengthening its local footprint.
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Fiji braces for fuel-price shock as government forms committees to map supply risk
Fiji braces for higher fuel costs as global prices rise, with officials warning the impact could surface within months and the new economic year look tougher. A cabinet-level fuel committee will map supply risks and steer targeted help to vulnerable households, even as transport and goods costs ripple through the economy. Experts warn the island…
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Fiji’s sweeping Employment Relations Bill could curb hiring and deter investment, warns lawyer
A fuel crunch and rising costs are putting Fiji’s businesses and jobs at risk. The country’s proposed Employment Relations Bill, with expanded inspector powers and tougher penalties, could curb hiring—especially for small employers—even as it promises stronger worker protections. Critics warn the scale and speed of reform may dampen investment and growth.
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Fiji urged to accelerate low-carbon, climate-resilient transport and maritime modernization
Fiji’s transport sector stands at a critical crossroads as climate risks intensify and dependence on imported fossil fuels strains infrastructure and public finances. A new assessment urges rapid electrification, smarter urban planning, and climate‑proofed maritime and road networks to slash emissions and shield the economy from rising costs and disruption.