economic growth
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Lautoka Port Opens Container Yard 4 to Boost Capacity for Forecast Cargo Growth and Regional Trade
New container yard at Lautoka Port signals a major step in Fiji’s port modernization. The upgrade targets faster operations and greater capacity, positioning the gateway for growing cargo, tourism and regional trade across the Pacific.
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US expands Pacific partnership with Tonga, Fiji and Samoa through security aid and subsea cables
Washington’s Pacific outreach tightens security, connectivity and economic ties across Tonga, Fiji and Samoa, signaling deeper cooperation on maritime safety, fisheries enforcement and regional infrastructure. The moves lay groundwork for broader development in the region.
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Fiji tourism earnings jump to $2.81B in 2025, led by Australia
Fiji’s tourism rebound is gaining momentum as travel returns and communities feel the lift. The story looks at who’s bringing visitors and how reliance on a few markets is shaping talks on diversification and broader benefits across the islands.
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Fiji Unveils Integrated Fisheries and Forestry Reforms with New Laws, Real-Time Vessel Tracking and Local Tuna Processing Push
Fiji is rolling out sweeping reforms to protect its fisheries and forests while strengthening rural livelihoods and export potential. From a state-of-the-art surveillance hub to modernised enforcement and plans for local tuna processing, the moves aim to turn natural capital into lasting community value.
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World Bank Unveils Pacific Small States Strategy to Safeguard Jobs Through Regional Banking, Payments and Private Sector Finance
After the shocks that hit Pacific economies, a bold regional plan aims to lock in jobs and keep essential services flowing. Six focus areas—health, connectivity, energy, resilient infrastructure, fiscal resilience, and small-business support—are paired with new regional banking and payments arrangements to weather future crises and sustain private-sector-led growth.
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Fiji Opposition Calls for National Unity Government to Tackle Crime, HIV Crisis and Rising Costs
Opposition MPs push for urgent, cross-party action to tackle crime, rising living costs, and a widening public health crisis, including an HIV outbreak. They call for a government of national unity to restore trust, spur job creation, and support small businesses. The debate also highlights reforms for rural and maritime communities and regional growth, signaling…
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Fiji households struggle as living costs rise despite growth, opposition warns
Rising prices for food and transport are squeezing Fiji households even as growth headlines look stronger. Critics warn the gains aren’t reaching everyday budgets, raising questions about who actually benefits and what policy steps could translate growth into relief.
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Fiji ramps up climate adaptation to shield fisheries and coastal livelihoods from warming seas
Rising sea temperatures and stronger storms are placing real stress on Fiji’s fisheries and coastal communities. A new push for climate adaptation and financing signals a shift in how the archipelago plans to safeguard its oceans and livelihoods.