Business
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Fiji’s CJS Supermarket Expands to Niue After Swanson Acquisition
Fiji-based CJS Supermarket is making its first move outside Fiji by acquiring Niue’s largest supermarket, signaling a bold new chapter in Pacific retail. With plans to bring Fiji-sourced goods and broader options to Niue shoppers, the expansion hints at exciting changes on the horizon.
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Vanuatu Faces Global Banking Pressure Ahead of FATF Review
Vanuatu’s access to international banking is tightening under global pressure, touching everyday life for families and local businesses. As regulators brace for a major international review, the island nation stands at a pivotal moment that could redefine its economic future.
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Emerald Bay: Nasinu’s $2.5B Transformation in the Works
Nasinu’s Emerald Bay development promises a dramatic shift for the region—new homes, commercial spaces, hotels and a major stadium, plus local job opportunities. A bold venture steering the town toward an ambitious future.
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Will Suva’s Handicraft Centre Preserve Fiji’s Cultural Heritage?
At Suva’s Handicraft Centre, 46-year-old Laisani Mara carries forward generations of iTaukei weaving in a family stall built on authentic craft. Her story speaks to resilience amid shifting tourism and a market flooded with mass-produced goods, a quiet reminder of Fiji’s living cultural heritage.
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Fiji Hardwood Corp Clears $8M Debt, Declares First-Ever Dividend to the Government
FHCL is turning the page on years of debt with a bold turnaround: the first dividend in the company’s history and a major push into modernization and high-tech forestry. A strategic leap toward sustainable growth with big implications for Fiji’s economy.
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Fiji Airways Warns Over Union Fees in Employment Relations Amendment Bill 2025
Fiji Airways voices sharp concerns over a proposed Employment Relations amendment, warning that universal bargaining fees could undermine voluntary unionism. The debate centers on funding negotiated benefits, mandatory union consultations, and the balance between worker representation and employer flexibility. A high-stakes clash shaping Fiji’s evolving labor landscape.
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Fiji’s Untapped Farmland Could Slash the Import Bill—Can Agriculture Save the Economy?
Fiji’s fertile lands hold huge promise, yet the nation remains tethered to imported fruits and vegetables. With fresh calls for targeted farming investments, a pivotal question emerges: can policy tweaks unlock local abundance and transform the economy?
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Fiji Extends One-Year Guarantee for Development Bank to Boost Housing and SMEs
Fiji’s government is backing a major move for the Fiji Development Bank that could widen its lending reach, from housing to SME financing. What this could mean for growth, stability, and everyday opportunities in Fiji is stirring interest.
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Fiji Airways appoints Narendra Kumar to its Board of Directors
Fiji Airways unveils a new addition to its Board, signaling an ambitious new phase for the carrier. Narendra Kumar arrives with a deep track record in aviation, tourism, and governance, and will also represent the Fiji National Provident Fund on the board, shaping the airline’s strategic direction.
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FNPF Eyes Northern Division Investments to Diversify Portfolio
FNPF outlines a bold move into the Northern Division with development projects and a broadened investment mix aimed at higher returns and long-term security for members. As leaders explore regional opportunities, questions rise about what this could mean for local growth and pension outcomes.