Business
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ABG Takes Majority in Bougainville Copper, Eyes Panguna Revival
Autonomous Bougainville Government strengthens its control over Bougainville Copper Limited, signaling a pivotal moment for Panguna’s future. Yet turning that influence into a lasting revival will require building technical and financial capacity and a transparent, lawful redevelopment that truly benefits Bougainville’s people.
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Gen Z Takes Center Stage at Leaders LEAD Symposium 2026
Gen Z is stepping into the leadership spotlight, reshaping how teams collaborate, receive feedback, and drive innovation. Leaders LEAD Symposium 2026 explored bold visions for inclusive, mentorship‑driven workplaces—and why adaptability and genuine recognition could be the key to tomorrow’s success.
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Pacific Islands Push for Investment Reform to Strengthen Global Standing
Pacific island nations are urged to assert their crucial role on the global stage, turning perception into opportunity. A senior economist outlines a path of climate‑resilient infrastructure, easier market access, and streamlined rules to unlock investment and shared prosperity across the region.
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Pacific Islands Rally for Youth Prosperity at Honolulu Investment Summit
Pacific leaders are charting a people-centered path to growth that keeps youth thriving at home. The focus spans fair market access, mobility, climate finance, and reforms designed to unlock opportunity through trusted partnerships. A forward-looking roadmap signals shared priorities, transparent collaboration, and enduring links that could shape the region’s next era.
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Fiji to Launch Standalone Funeral Insurance Within Three Months
Fiji is on track to get a standalone funeral insurance policy from AMA Insurance Company within three months. The new cover targets funeral and end-of-life costs and aims to stand out with stronger benefits and a faster claims process, drawing on proven regional models.
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Fiji’s Mabe Pearl Farmers Get a Financial Literacy Boost in Savusavu
Two days of practical financial training in Savusavu are equipping Fiji’s mabe pearl farmers with key money-management skills. The effort aims to boost profitability, steady livelihoods, and the long-term sustainability of the local pearl sector.
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Fiji Launches UNSW-Backed Startup Grant Scheme for 22 Graduates
Twenty-two recent graduates kick off a six-month crash course designed to spark Fiji’s next wave of startups. Backed by a start-up grant and a new international partnership, the program offers market research, training, and mentorship to help new ventures take off. A public-private effort aimed at strengthening innovation and economic diversification.
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Sun Insurance Posts 101% Profit Jump as Premiums Rise, Eyes AI-Driven Growth
Sun Insurance Company Ltd reports a striking FY2025 profit surge as premiums rise and new products reach more markets. With an expanding asset base and plans to deploy AI-driven insights, the insurer signals an even more dynamic strategy ahead.
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Ama Insurance Lands in Fiji, Promising Fresh Competition
Fiji’s insurance scene is about to heat up as Ama Insurance Company Limited launches with a promise of clearer choices and faster claims. Emphasizing consumer education and better benefits, it begins with personal lines and eyes SMEs, underpinned by top-tier international reinsurance and a Fiji-based base.
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Inclusive Leadership: Mastering Influence Up, Across, and Down
Leadership isn’t confined to titles. A practical framework reveals how influence travels in three directions—up, across, and down—empowering everyone to lead with purpose. Discover how small, intentional steps can spark meaningful change across teams and organizations.