economic stability
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IMF warns Pacific Islands to bolster fuel buffers amid price pressures
Fuel price spikes threaten to tighten living costs across Pacific island economies already stretched by long supply chains and slim buffers. IMF officials warn that even brief disruptions could ripple through households, urging early, coordinated action and forward-looking energy planning—with some governments already trimming hours to conserve fuel.
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Fiji to reform immigration policy to balance skilled visas with local job protection
Rising migration and shifting global pressures are prompting a rethink of how borders, jobs, and growth intersect. A planned policy overhaul promises fairness, stronger border controls, and clearer processes to align skilled talent with national development—without sidelining local workers. The outcome could redefine opportunity.