Business
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Fiji faces 2026 growth risk as oil-price shock from US-Iran tensions looms
Global tensions and volatile oil prices could dampen Fiji’s 2026 outlook, with officials warning travel, fuel costs, and trade may bite as the world economy slows.… Read more
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New Zealand to recruit embedded anti-money laundering adviser at Tonga central bank to strengthen supervision
An embedded technical adviser will help Tonga strengthen its AML/CFT supervision at the central bank. The 12‑month role emphasizes hands‑on mentoring, capacity building, and a risk‑based… Read more
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Nadi Chamber Pushes Fast-Track Work Visas to Meet Construction Boom and Fiji’s Skills Shortage
With a construction boom underway, visa delays stretching into months threaten critical roles. Business leaders are calling for an urgent review of immigration rules to keep… Read more
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Fiji Airways halts Nadi–Dallas direct flight as fuel costs surge, shifts capacity to Vancouver and LA/SF routes
Fiji Airways is reshaping its network as jet fuel costs surge, trimming a direct route and redirecting capacity toward stronger markets and hubs. A glimpse into… Read more
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Graduation and State Funeral Spark Short-Term Sales Boom for Suva–Nausori Traders
Two major events drew crowds to the Suva–Nausori corridor, delivering a welcome boost to hotels, eateries and craft vendors. Tailors rushed to handle last-minute orders, while… Read more
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Jet fuel costs threaten Fiji’s 2026 tourism outlook despite solid Q1
Fiji’s tourism rebound opened strong, but rising fuel costs and global tensions could keep arrivals broadly flat in 2026. The year may hinge on energy prices… Read more
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Vuda Waste-to-Energy Plant to Process Only Non-Hazardous Waste, TNG Fiji Confirms
TNG Fiji says the Vuda Energy-from-Waste plant will only take non-hazardous municipal waste, with hazardous, medical, or industrial toxins off the table. The proposal would handle… Read more
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Fiji Redeploys FJ$56 Million to Shield Households as May Fuel Shipments Boost Stocks
Fiji is bracing for ongoing fuel-price pressures as authorities roll out measures to cushion households and businesses. A new budget reprioritisation aims to deliver immediate relief… Read more
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WOWS Kids Fiji Gala Raises $125,000 to Boost Paediatric Cancer Care Across Fiji and the Pacific
WOWS Kids Fiji, in partnership with Unit Trust of Fiji, held a gala that unlocked substantial support for children with cancer and their families across Fiji… Read more