Business
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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.
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Fiji Welcomes MSC Magnifica on 131-Night World Cruise
Fiji rolled out the welcome mat for the MSC Magnifica during its 131-night world cruise, drawing 3,200 travelers eager to experience Fiji’s culture and hospitality. The port call delivered a notable boost to local tour operators, retail, and dining, signaling the ripple effect cruise tourism can have on communities. With officials highlighting smoother shipping links…
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Dawn at Wailekutu: The Roadside Stall That Proves Talent Can Pay
Before dawn, Litia Ladoge starts her roadside stall, turning the scent of fried fish and hot tea into a daily lifeline for her family. Four years in, she endures rough days and wary words, all while holding onto a simple, steady dream—one day at a time.
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Fiji Liquor Law Overhaul: Tourism Seeks Fair Play for Hotels and Communities
Fiji’s liquor laws are under fresh scrutiny as tourism and local life collide. Advocates are pushing for modern, fair rules and stronger enforcement to balance the needs of communities with the visitor economy. The move could reshape how hospitality operates on the islands and impact everyday life for residents and guests alike.
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Tavua Landowners Move Toward Vatia City Dream With 20-Year Development Lease
Hope is high in Tavua as five landowning units embark on a bold 20-year plan that could reshape their community. The Tavualevu Village initiative blends tourism and housing, with landowners poised to own both the leases and the businesses that operate on them. Could this be the beginning of a vibrant Vatia City and lasting…
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Sigatoka Flooding Sparks Call for Bold Drainage Overhaul
Recurring flash floods in Sigatoka Town are prompting urgent demands for a comprehensive drainage audit and long-term infrastructure upgrades. The local business community says repeated inundation threatens livelihoods and is calling for coordinated action to modernize waterways and improve maintenance.
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Pacific Islands Tap Korea’s Playbook to Boost SME Growth
Leaders from Pacific Island nations join partners from Korea and international institutions for a three-day knowledge exchange on SME development. The discussions spotlight practical policy coordination, capacity building, and innovation to empower local entrepreneurs and build more resilient, inclusive economies across the region.
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Pacific Investment Summit in Hawaii Signals a New Push for Regional Prosperity
Honolulu hosts a high-stakes two-day summit where Pacific leaders and U.S. partners explore new investment avenues, stronger security ties, and a shared path to prosperity. Transparency, resilience, and people-centered development take center stage as the region charts its future.
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Nestlé Fiji Extends Its Role in Global Recycling Day 2026
Fiji gears up for Global Recycling Day 2026 in Suva, highlighting a third year of cross-sector collaboration. The Nestlé Fiji–Pacific Recycling Foundation partnership signals a bold push toward practical, community-driven recycling solutions across the region.
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Niue’s Largest Supermarket Opens Under Fiji-Based CJS: A New Era for Shoppers
Niue’s largest supermarket enters a new era as Fiji‑based CJS takes the helm. With familiar staff staying on and a revamped supply chain, locals and visitors could soon see more affordable groceries and fresh ideas shaping the island’s shopping scene.