Tag: compliance
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Fiji drafts sweeping Tourism Bill to regulate experiences, micro enterprises and short-term rentals under a unified standards framework
Fiji’s Tourism Bill could redefine how the industry is run, expanding regulation far beyond hotels to embrace experiences, transport, village stays and even short-term rentals. With… Read more
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Fiji Drafts Tourism Bill to Formalize Operator Recognition, Self-Assessments and Public Tourism Enterprise Register
Fiji is drafting a Tourism Bill that would require every operator to seek official recognition and join a public Tourism Enterprise Register. The framework leans on… Read more
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Fiji Tourism Bill 2026 Expands Regulatory Powers, Allows Unannounced Inspections
Fiji is lining up a sweeping upgrade to its tourism rules, equipping standards officers with broader powers to audit visitor-service providers. The draft Tourism Bill 2026… Read more
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Fiji Urged to Simplify Rules and VAT System as ADB Predicts Slower Tourism Growth
With budget season underway, Fiji faces a slower pace for its tourism‑driven rebound. Industry leaders urge practical reforms—coordinated approvals, clearer service standards, and a phased VAT… Read more
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Port Vila government fleet: only 20% pass roadworthiness inspections, underscoring a persistent compliance gap
Port Vila’s government fleet is facing a serious roadworthiness gap, with a large share of vehicles not meeting standards. Even enforcement vehicles are among those flagged,… Read more