Business
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Fiji Employers Warn Over Vague Harassment Rules in New Employment Bill
Prospective changes to Fiji’s Employment Relations Amendment Bill are sparking debate as business groups warn that broad, vague harassment provisions could create legal uncertainty and threaten small businesses. With calls for clearer definitions and a balanced approach, negotiators face a pivotal test: safeguarding workers while protecting economic growth.
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Lynx Axe Unveils Iconic Scents and Eco Packaging for Lasting Freshness
From Axe to Lynx, this grooming icon has evolved into a global favorite with bold scents and lasting freshness. A quick look at its iconic lineup reveals how modern men stay confident all day, with an eco-conscious touch to boot.
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Pacific Harbour’s Skinny Bean: A Community-Backed Café Defying the Odds
Hidden in Pacific Harbour’s Arts Village, SKINNY Bean Cafe blends affordable comfort with a diverse menu and a sunny courtyard vibe. A tale of resilience and community spirit, serving up good coffee and even better pizzas.
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Diwali Sparks in Fiji: Firework Retailer Navigates Stricter Rules and Budgets
Diwali sparks a new chapter in Fiji as a veteran fireworks retailer reshapes its lineup under tighter rules and rising costs. Safety, variety, and evolving regulations collide in a season where tradition meets change.
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Cope Construction Celebrates 30th Anniversary, Honors Founder Satya Sekran’s Legacy
Cope Construction marks 30 years of service, honoring its founder’s enduring legacy while looking ahead to a future built on integrity, mentorship, and community impact.
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Fiji Airways Pursues Elite APEX World Class Status Amid Transformation
Fiji Airways is chasing world-class status with a bold transformation, aiming to stand out among the globe’s top airlines despite being the region’s smallest carrier. A high-stakes journey that could reshape its service, safety, and the travel experience ahead.
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Sun Insurance Sparks Fiji IPO Revival as SPX Braces for More Listings
After Sun Insurance’s oversubscribed IPO reignited interest, the South Pacific Stock Exchange is signaling a likely return of listings by year-end. Two firms are in advanced talks—one eyeing an equity listing and another exploring a corporate bond—pointing to renewed liquidity and growing investor appetite in Fiji. A brighter chapter for Fiji’s markets appears on the…
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Fiji Sets Sights on a Greener Grid with Cascade Hydropower Projects and Landowner Partnerships
Two new cascade hydro projects are on the horizon, promising bigger efficiency and a leap in Fiji’s renewable energy mix. As partnerships with landowners evolve and feasibility work progresses, the move signals a greener, more resilient energy future.
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Fiji Celebrates 50 Years of ILO, Heralding Stronger Tripartite Labor Relations
Fiji marks a milestone in ILO’s 50-year Pacific presence, highlighting a tripartite partnership of government, employers, and workers shaping better work standards. As FCEF expands with a digital portal and wider membership, the collaboration promises a more resilient, inclusive path for the nation’s economy and livelihoods.
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Fiji Sugar Farmers Urged to Diversify as Industry Faces Uncertainty
Fiji’s sugar cane farmers are being urged to diversify into crops like vegetables, bananas, and yams to strengthen livelihoods amid industry uncertainties. Ongoing government discussions aim to unlock new crops that can supplement cane income and meet local and tourism demand. Could a broader farming mix unlock resilience for farmers and Fiji’s agriculture?
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Fiji’s Employment Relations Bill Under Fire Over 190 Amendments and Investment Risks
A proposed Employment Relations Bill in Fiji has sparked warnings that sweeping changes could upend the labor landscape without a clear policy framework. As debates unfold, stakeholders flag concerns from gig and remote work to balanced reforms that support jobs and growth.
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Fiji’s Rabuka Pushes Local Investment to Fuel Job Growth
Fiji’s leaders are signaling a bold push to boost local business and jobs with a new multi-million-dollar service station and rest area for truck drivers. Backed by private partnerships, the project is touted as real progress—more than words—for the economy and communities.
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Fiji Roads Authority Faces Setback as Major Contractor Withdraws, Jobs at Risk
A key Fiji road maintenance contractor signals a dramatic pull-out, raising questions about the future of essential roadworks. Despite claims all payments are up to date, officials have granted a nine-month extension to keep critical services running as unions warn of the human cost. As talks continue, a precarious path lies ahead for workers and…
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Fiji and New Zealand Target NZ$2 Billion Trade by 2030
Fiji unveils a bold plan to become a Pacific trade hub, turbocharging digital connectivity and inviting fresh investment from New Zealand. Leaders outline a strategic roadmap to turn goodwill into real opportunities—spanning agriculture, tourism, renewable energy, and beyond—built on stability and lasting partnerships.
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Fiji Targets European Partnerships to Diversify Trade and Investment
Fiji is widening its European trading links, exploring new partnerships and investment across fisheries, energy, and emerging sectors like BPO and agriculture. With global trade dynamics shifting, the plan hints at fresh opportunities and a stronger, more resilient economy for the islands.
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Fiji Cane Growers Hit With $5.416M Payout Amid Calls for Higher Returns
After processing hiccups, Fiji’s sugarcane farmers are set to receive a multi-million payout. Yet many warn the relief may not cover rising costs and lingering debts, as new support measures spark cautious optimism for what’s ahead.
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Pacific Tuna Forum Signals a Sustainable, Innovative Future
Exploring how the Pacific tuna industry can grow responsibly, leaders highlight innovation, sustainable trade, and worker welfare as the pillars of a resilient future. From high-tech monitoring to turning by-products into opportunity, the region edges toward a model where profits and the planet go hand in hand.
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Fiji Local Contractor in Crisis: Jobs at Risk, Investments in Jeopardy
A Fiji contractor faces mass redundancies, sending shockwaves through local jobs and investment portfolios. With stalled contracts and delayed payments, stakeholders are calling for urgent talks to safeguard hundreds of workers and Fiji’s investment outlook.
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Fiji Employment Bill Faces Backlash Over Labor Officer Powers
Fiji’s proposed Employment Relations Amendment Bill has sparked concern from business groups who warn that some provisions could grant extensive powers to labor officers and expose MSMEs to heavy penalties. Stakeholders are urging clearer guidelines, stronger accountability, and a more balanced approach that protects both workers’ rights and the economy. As public consultation continues, the…
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Stitching Hope: Fiji’s Clothes for Good backs Homes of Hope
Clothes for Good in Fiji is turning pre-loved fashion into real hope for young women who’ve faced trauma. In a heartfelt partnership with Homes of Hope, generosity is restoring dignity and paving the way to healing across communities.
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Fiji Road Contractor Fletcher Higgins Hit by Redundancies as FRA Contract Turmoil Deepens
Uncertainty at a Fiji road-works contractor is putting hundreds of jobs at risk as a long-running maintenance contract and late payments collide with financial pressures. With unions urging government intervention, industry watchers say the dispute could reshape the local construction scene unless a constructive solution emerges.
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Gold Coast Summit to Spotlight Fiji-Australia Agritech and Tourism Prospects
Anticipation is building as a high-profile gathering on the Gold Coast spotlights Fiji’s agriculture and tourism future. From pioneering farming tech to bold trade partnerships, the discussions hint at a new era for local livelihoods and exports. A pivotal dialogue could redefine bilateral ties and rural prosperity.
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Fiji Women Entrepreneurs Get a Financial Literacy Boost at USP Workshop
Women entrepreneurs in Fiji gathered for a focused one-day workshop to boost financial literacy and business acumen. The session shared practical tips on cash management, simple accounting, and marketing—emphasizing clear personal-vs-business finances to help small ventures grow with confidence.
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FDB hits lending milestone as rural loans fuel Fiji’s economic momentum
Fiji’s Development Bank closes 2024 with a lending milestone and an expanded footprint in rural communities, backing women entrepreneurs and young borrowers alike. Driven by a robust balance sheet and prudent risk management, the bank signals a bold push toward inclusive, sustainable growth across Fiji.
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Fiji Aims to Boost Women-Run MSMEs Amid Financing Gap
New insights warn of a widening gap in Fiji’s financial support for women-led MSMEs, hampered by missing gender data and broad, one-size-fits-all approaches. Yet a few lenders are testing targeted strategies—from gender-focused products to climate-aligned offerings—hinting at a path toward unlocking substantial opportunity for women entrepreneurs.
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Fiji Seeks Global Backing for 2050 Water Strategy at EU-Pacific Forum
Fiji’s Water Authority is courting international investors and partners at a major business forum to revitalize aging water systems. With the Water Sector Strategy 2050 in focus, officials highlight climate-resilient upgrades and bold funding opportunities that could transform access to reliable water across the islands.
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Fiji Sugar Crisis: Farmers Demand a Voice as New Mills Move Forward
Two new sugar mills loom, but a former Fiji Sugar Corporation board member warns the industry is dying unless farmers’ voices are heard. Delayed payments, land-lease headaches, and a growing labor shortage threaten livelihoods on Viti Levu, signaling a crisis that could redefine Fiji’s sugar future.
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Fiji to Value Natural Capital in GDP, Reshaping Economic Data
Fiji is recalibrating how its economy is measured, recognizing that natural ecosystems power growth far beyond official numbers. With new data initiatives and ocean accounting on the horizon, the country aims to illuminate nature’s true role in prosperity—and plan a sustainable path forward.
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Port of Suva and Port of Lautoka Earn National 5S Certification in Fiji
Port of Suva and Port of Lautoka have earned the national 5S Certification, spotlighting a new era of organization, safety, and efficiency. Guided by NTPC, this milestone reinforces Fiji’s drive toward sustainable, world-class port services.
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Fiji Airways Debt Dips as Revenue Reaches Record High
Fiji Airways faces a challenging debt landscape but is pursuing a bold comeback through refinancing, disciplined repayments, and major investments in training and maintenance. With a strong revenue rebound and a slate of capital projects, the airline signals a path toward renewed strength and growth.