economy
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Suva Hosts 50th Fiji Bitter Marist 7s, Spotlight on Fiji Sevens’ Next Generation
Suva gears up for the Fiji Bitter Marist 7s’ 50th edition, a weekend where club pride, legends, and the next generation collide. Beyond the nostalgia, the tournament is a proving ground and a community beacon, hinting at who might light up Fiji’s sevens season. Fast, fearless rugby and a few surprise names await.
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Fiji revives Tourism Action Group as tourism accounts for more than 40 per cent of GDP
Tourism now accounts for more than 40% of GDP, and a crisis-focused plan is being rolled out to safeguard the sector’s foreign-exchange lifeline. In the coming weeks, a tighter, coordinated push could reshape Fiji’s path to economic recovery.
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Fiji unleaded petrol set for April rise as Brent surges, May hike possible
Fuel prices in Fiji could edge up in April, with a potential second rise by May as global oil markets climb. The uplift hinges on Fiji’s two-month-lag pricing review, meaning February and March costs help shape the next adjustment. With ongoing supply uncertainties, the coming months could bring noticeable changes at the pump and wider…
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UK convenes COBRA over Iran crisis as gilt yields jump and inflation risks mount
An emergency ministerial meeting convenes as energy shocks push borrowing costs higher and inflation fears rise. Policymakers weigh new steps to shield households and stabilize markets, with energy security and supply chains in focus for the weeks ahead.
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Fiji fuel price pass-through from oil shocks remains slow, ANZ economist says; advocates targeted fiscal relief
Global oil moves may shed light on Fiji’s petrol prices only after a lag, narrowing the immediate inflation impact. ANZ Senior Pacific Economist Dr Kishti Sen explains the slow, partial pass-through of crude shocks and suggests targeted fiscal relief—rather than monetary tightening—as the likely response if volatility persists, with fuel costs seen easing into 2026.
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Fiji Coral Coast 7s Generates $18 Million Economic Impact and Global Spotlight as a Tourism Engine
Fiji’s Coral Coast 7s is fast becoming a top sports-tourism engine, delivering a multi-million boost and a widening global media footprint. With international teams, thousands of fans, and a strong community focus, the festival is setting the stage for an even bigger future.
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Asia-Pacific Faces Fresh Energy Shock as Hormuz Disruptions Drive Oil and Freight Costs Higher
Rising shipping costs and higher insurance premiums are amplifying the Middle East conflict’s spillover in Asia-Pacific. A new analysis links reduced traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to tighter transport capacity and sharper energy bills, with uneven hits across economies—from big importers to tourism-dependent states. As policymakers weigh inflation and growth risks, the region’s energy…
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Super Rugby Returns to Ba as Drua Host Brumbies at Four R Stadium
Rugby returns to Ba as Four R Stadium reopens and the Drua head west to face the Brumbies. Amid renewed venues and a surge of local pride, the weekend promises more than a match—it marks a fresh chapter in western Fiji’s rugby revival. History, talent, and ambition collide on home turf.
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Fiji Braces for Higher Fuel and Consumer Costs as Oil Tops $100 a Barrel
Oil surges past US$100 a barrel, signaling higher costs for Fiji’s businesses and households. As contingency plans are discussed, the ripple effects on fuel, transport and essentials could reshape prices in the weeks ahead.
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Fiji petrol set to rise about 25c per litre by May as Middle East tensions push global oil prices higher
Rising Middle East tensions could lift global oil prices and push Fiji’s petrol higher—potentially about 25 cents per litre over the next couple of months. Expect spillovers into aviation fuel and travel costs as markets adjust to the evolving price landscape.