Business
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Fiji Braces for Inflation as Middle East Conflict Pushes Fuel Costs and Tourism Down
Global tensions could push up fuel costs and living expenses in Fiji, tightening household budgets. With the push to diversify and boost local production more urgent than ever, families brace for a turbulent economic path ahead.
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Labasa Eco-Tourism at Risk as Bridge Upgrades Loom
Labasa dreams of becoming a premier eco-tourism destination, but growing pains loom as key infrastructure faces upgrades. A bridge closure and bypass options spark concerns that limited access could slow visits to icons like Floating Island and Nag Mandir. Stakeholders say a cohesive, long-term plan is essential to sustain growth and investment in the North.
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Fiji braces for fuel-price surge as Strait of Hormuz tensions rise
Rising tensions in the Middle East over critical oil routes could push Fiji’s fuel prices higher. As global markets react, everyday costs—from transport to groceries and electricity—may feel the squeeze.
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Leadership Fiji and Credit Corporation Renew 25-Year Partnership in Fiji
Leadership Fiji and Credit Corporation renew a 25-year partnership dedicated to cultivating principled leadership across Fiji. The collaboration aims to empower emerging leaders, expand networks, and drive resilient communities and organizations, underscoring the transformative power of engaged leadership for Fiji’s future.
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Gau’s Tikina Vanuaso Cooperatives Eye Expansion After Management Training
Three days of cooperative management training in Vanuaso Village sparked growth across Tikina Vanuaso, with new groups forming and existing cooperatives tightening bylaws and governance. Ambitions are rising—from expanding trade to exploring new services—as the community envisions a more resilient, locally driven economy. The momentum hints at a brighter future for cooperative enterprise in the…
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Fiji Inflation Slips into Deflation in Feb 2026 CPI
Inflation in Fiji cooled to -1.8% for the year to February 2026, but price moves across sectors tell a mixed story. Food and non-alcoholic beverages climbed, even as transport costs eased and some services dipped, while the overall CPI nudged higher from January to February 2026. The latest numbers hint at varied pressures for households…
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Fiji Braces for Fuel Price Rise as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Intensify
Escalating tensions in the Middle East could ripple into Fiji’s fuel prices as global oil markets react to potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Short-term volatility may tighten wallets, while longer disruptions could push up transport, food, and electricity costs.
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Hormuz Tensions Could Hit Fiji Fuel Prices, FCCC Warns
Rising tensions around a key global oil route could push Fiji’s fuel and LPG prices higher in the coming weeks. Disruptions—from brief delays to longer shutdowns—could ripple through transport, food, and electricity costs. Stay aware as markets remain volatile and plan accordingly.
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Fiji Airways Signs Three-Year Suns Partnership Ahead of New Gold Coast–Nadi Direct Flight
Fiji Airways inks a three-year pact with the Gold Coast SUNS, coinciding with a new direct service from Gold Coast to Nadi. Expect a fusion of Fijian culture and matchday magic with halftime activations and fan giveaways. Limited return fares hint at a fresh travel link between Fiji and Australia.
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Fiji Eyes US Tourism Boom via New Flight Links and Partnerships
Fiji and its Pacific neighbors are plotting a bigger share of the U.S. tourism market, chasing niche adventures, smoother flight links, and smarter infrastructure. Bold partnerships could be the key to reshaping Pacific travel for global explorers.