Business
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Fiji’s Agri-Innovative Contest Spurs MSME Growth and Market Access
Fiji is energizing its agribusiness scene with a new competition aligned to a bold MSME strategy for 2025–2030. The initiative promises to connect farmers and small enterprises with markets, mentorship, and essential technology, fueling entrepreneurship and laying the groundwork for a more resilient, innovative agri-economy.
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FPFL Grants 3% Wage Increase for 71 Employees in Fiji Starting 2026
A new wage update from FPFL signals a stronger commitment to its workforce. Built on close negotiations with the National Union of Factory and Commercial Workers, the move highlights a focus on fair pay and employee welfare.
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Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her: Discover Jack’s of Fiji’s Exclusive Collection
This Valentine’s Day, turn romance into a lasting impression with a carefully curated collection of gifts. From timeless fragrances and refined timepieces to delicate jewelry and chic accessories, discover pieces that blend elegance with everyday luxury and meaningful touch.
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Bank of South Pacific Launches $600M Modernisation Drive Across the Pacific
BSP is launching a $600 million modernization push aimed at faster service, smarter digital channels, and stronger regional growth across the Pacific. Highlights include a first-of-its-kind concierge app in branches, upgraded ATMs, and expanded SME banking designed to boost efficiency and customer experience. The plan emphasizes technology, resilience, and talent development, signaling a transformative era…
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7M Luxury Waterfront Café Set to Launch on Valentine’s Day at Fantasy Island
Valentine’s Day will usher in a premium waterfront hub blending cafe culture with fine dining, backed by a $7 million investment. Expect sweeping water views, an international menu led by a renowned chef, and a versatile space designed for morning coffees, upscale dinners, and major events. A bold new chapter in the island’s hospitality scene…
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Fiji-Indonesia Bamboo Initiative Aims for Green Growth and Rural Jobs
Fiji is energizing its bamboo initiative, turning a fast-growing resource into jobs, crafts, and eco-tourism. A new Indo-Fijian collaboration brings hands-on training, product development, and a multi-year roadmap to empower local artisans and rural communities. From workshops to forest parks, bamboo is poised to become a green engine for change.
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Fiji Airways Keeps A350-900 Duo on Long-Haul Amid New AviLease Deal
Fiji Airways’ long-haul fleet stays on course as two Airbus A350-900s move under new ownership. AviLease’s acquisition keeps the aircraft in service and reinforces the airline’s modernization drive, promising continued efficiency and reliability. Passengers can look forward to seamless schedules and the same in-flight experience as the fleet evolves.
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Fiji Considers Staggered Departure Tax to Ease Tourism Burden
Fiji is weighing staggered departure tax increases as talks with the Ministry of Finance aim to ease traveler costs without undermining the vital tourism sector. With input from government and industry voices, the negotiations could shape a tax framework that balances fiscal stability with tourism-driven growth.
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24-Hour Bakery Opens in Pacific Harbour, Creating 23 Jobs and Boosting Skills in Fiji’s Serua Province
A 24-hour Hot Bread Kitchen opens in Pacific Harbour, promising more than fresh pastries. It’s being pitched as a catalyst for local jobs, training, and inclusive growth, with community leaders highlighting its potential to uplift families and energize the area.
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Fiji’s FNPF Urges Newborn Enrollment as It Plans Member Health Insurance
Fiji’s National Provident Fund is proposing newborns be enrolled from birth through a minor voluntary scheme while outlining plans for member medical insurance. As the fund reports steady investment growth, officials say these moves aim to boost long-term financial security for families.