economic resilience
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ADB urges Pacific nations to build resilience as energy-price shocks from Middle East conflict weigh on Fiji and regional growth
Pacific economies brace for a bumpy ride as global tensions push up prices and stretch public finances. A new regional outlook flags debt and fragility as key risks, with Fiji highlighted as a case study in resilience. Policymakers are urged to blend prudent macroeconomics with targeted social support to shield growth and households.
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Fiji launches phased income-generation pilot for vulnerable groups with two-stage monitoring and ongoing support
Vulnerable Fijians are getting a boost from a targeted income-generation pilot that blends business training with phased coaching and practical toolkits. Focused on people with disabilities, single mothers, and caregivers, the program guides participants from training to hands-on setup—with ongoing mentoring to help sustain small enterprises and a planned evaluation to gauge potential expansion.
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NZ MFAT to Deploy Three Senior Advisers in Niue to Strengthen Revenue, Auditing and Power Network
Niue is set to boost its public services with three senior technical adviser roles, spanning revenue reform, internal audits, and power network support. Based in Alofi, the initiative aims to build lasting local capability and stronger fiscal resilience for the island.