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New Pacific Geopolitics Book Launched in Suva Explores Island States’ Navigation of US–China Rivalry
A major new regional study maps how Pacific island nations are navigating rising great-power competition while safeguarding sovereignty and development. From Tuvalu’s climate-driven vulnerability to Fiji’s pragmatic balancing act, it argues for strategic pragmatism and inclusive partnerships as the path to regional peace and resilience.
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Fiji PALM Scheme workers open voluntary FNPF accounts to boost long-term savings
Years working abroad left them with a wake-up call: earnings vanish without a plan. A Fiji couple responds with a simple move—opening voluntary savings and laying the groundwork for a more secure future. Small steps today could make all the difference tomorrow.
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Fiji seeks Australian private investment to become a Pacific hub for manufacturing and agri-tech
Fiji is positioning itself as a Pacific gateway for manufacturing, agri-tech, and port services, appealing to Australian private investment. An Adelaide forum outlined how a skilled workforce and strategic location could pair with practical pathways and cultural foundations to foster enduring partnerships across the region.
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Fiji-Australia Business Mission Kicks Off in Melbourne as Vinay’s Foods Plans Labasa Expansion to Grow Exports
Fiji’s private-sector–led mission to Australia kicked off in Melbourne, setting the stage for closer ties with Australian distributors. Leaders discussed expanding exports of cowpeas, plantain and other staples, alongside plans to boost processing on Vanua Levu to create jobs and add value on the island. The push aims to turn growing interest into lasting trade…
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Fiji and Australia Launch $35 Million Climate Adaptation Program to Strengthen Flood Forecasting and Community Resilience
Fiji and Australia have unveiled a FJ$35 million partnership to boost flood forecasting, waterway management, and community-led resilience. Centered in the flood-prone Nadi Basin, this initiative blends technical upgrades with locally driven projects to strengthen the country’s climate adaptation.
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Fiji’s Colonial War Memorial Hospital to receive targeted roof and drainage upgrades funded by Australia through mid-2026
Major upgrades are on the horizon for CWM Hospital, with targeted roof and drainage improvements set to unfold late this year through mid-2026. While disruptions are possible for patients and visitors, officials say essential services will remain uninterrupted.
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Australia delivers diabetic foot-care toolkits and autoclaves to Fiji to strengthen frontline diabetes care under Vuvale Partnership
An aid package is boosting Fiji’s primary health care with essential diabetic foot-care tools and sterilisation capacity. The delivery of 100 foot-care toolkits and 10 autoclaves aims to help frontline workers diagnose, treat, and prevent diabetic foot problems before they escalate. It’s part of a broader effort to strengthen health systems and reduce complications from…
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Fijiana chase Vuvale Bowl win in Canberra against Wallaroos under interim coach Legge
Fijiana 15s ramp up for a high-stakes Vuvale Bowl clash in Canberra, with interim coach Mike Legge insisting a win is the aim, not just a show. After five weeks together and a tough training block, Fiji blends youth with experience as they chase a defining moment on the road.
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Fiji to co-design new 3rd Battalion HQ with Australia and Japan
Fiji’s next military headquarters is taking shape with support from Australia and Japan, signaling a shift toward broader peacetime roles like disaster response and maritime security. The design draws on regional models and points to deeper trilateral cooperation shaping the islands’ defence landscape.
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Indonesia and Australia Expand Security Pact to Include Japan and Papua New Guinea, Plan Trilateral Training Hubs
Indonesia and Australia are expanding their security partnership with plans for trilateral frameworks that would include Japan and Papua New Guinea. The talks also hint at shared intelligence and multinational training at key bases, signaling a broader regional approach while many details remain to be worked out.