Business
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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.
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Dubai-Style Vatia City: Tavua Landowners Win 20-Year Investment Lease
Vatia City could redefine Tavua’s future. A 20-year land lease opens the door for local landowners to share in a bold, Dubai-inspired development that aims to turn thousands of acres into new opportunities while preserving heritage. The plan hints at a major transformation for the region’s infrastructure, tourism, and community prosperity.
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Fresh Pizza, Tandoor and Grill Revamps Poolside Dining in Nadi
Poolside dining that blends hand-stretched pizzas with authentic tandoor flavors. A stylish fusion of modern ambiance and traditional flame-cooked techniques that promises a memorable, flavor-filled outing.
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EU Lifts Fiji from Tax Blacklist, Boosting Pacific Trade Prospects
Six years after being placed on the EU’s tax blacklist, Fiji appears to be turning a corner. A landmark delisting and ongoing reforms hint at brighter investment prospects and stronger trade ties on the horizon.
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BSP Life Unveils 150th Anniversary Logo in Fiji — A Milestone for the Insurer
Fiji’s BSP Life unveils its 150th anniversary logo, marking a journey from 1876 to the present. A storied legacy in life and health insurance, decades of community service, and an enduring impact on Fiji’s economy.
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Whats Next for Fiji’s Sugar Industry? A Data-Driven Revival Plan
Fiji’s sugar industry is primed for a bold revamp, centered on data-driven planning, farmer partnerships, and smarter cost control. The plan weighs regional realities, explores diversification, and sets sights on a modern, more sustainable future for rural communities and the economy.
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Historic Dividend Signals Turnaround for Fiji Hardwood Corporation
Fiji’s FHCL marks a historic milestone with its first-ever dividend of $500,000, signaling a dramatic turnaround after decades of financial strain. With legacy debts cleared and major modernization across its mahogany plantations, a renewed, governance-driven future appears on the horizon.
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BSP Life Marks Historic Payout Milestone in Fiji as It Celebrates 150 Years
Record-breaking year with over $110 million in benefits paid to more than 100,000 policyholders. As investment performance shines and digital and product innovations loom, this milestone hints at a brighter future for families.