legislation
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Palau Environmental Protections Undermined by Accelerating U.S. Military Buildup, New Report Warns
Palau’s environment and sovereignty are under greater strain as a rapid U.S. military buildup accelerates. A new security brief raises concerns about environmental safeguards, community input, and the legality of a high-profile radar project. The evolving dynamic hints at a future where defense priorities and local governance increasingly collide.
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Fiji Employment Relations Amendment Bill Faces Pushback as Lawyer Warns It Could Hinder Hiring, Deter Investment and Limit Individual Negotiation Rights
A senior Fiji lawyer warns that the proposed Employment Relations Amendment Bill could chill hiring, deter investment, and curb how workers negotiate terms. As Parliament weighs the draft, the debate shifts from rhetoric to the real-world impact on employers, workers, and the economy.
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Fiji to push climate-ready laws protecting indigenous land rights ahead of COP31 Pre-COP
Fiji is drafting climate-ready legislation aimed at protecting indigenous communities and vulnerable groups as sea levels rise and shorelines shift. The move signals deeper reforms in land governance and planning, shaping the country’s response ahead of a key international climate forum.
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Fiji mining reform: landowners demand participation, mineral ownership and a fair share of profits
Landowners in Fiji are pushing for a stronger say in how mineral and quarry resources are managed as century-old laws are rethought. Calls for participation, fair share of benefits, and even ownership are emerging, set against parallel constitutional reviews that could shape the reform.
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Fiji seeks enabling legislation to standardise early childhood education quality
Fiji may move toward a unified quality standard for early childhood education, tying registration and minimum qualifications to a national framework. The proposal argues that enforceable regulations are essential to close quality gaps—yet it hinges on new legislation to give real authority.
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Fiji advances tougher Litter Act reforms to strengthen enforcement and curb illegal dumping
Fiji is moving forward with bold updates to its Litter Act and related regulations. In final drafting, the reforms aim to modernize enforcement, raise the stakes for illegal dumping, and centralize waste governance. They also emphasize stronger partnerships with civil society, community groups, and grassroots recyclers to deliver practical, on-the-ground solutions.
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Fiji ramps up derelict vessel cleanup, targets 17 more in six months
Fiji is stepping up its effort to clear derelict vessels from its coastal waters. In the latest phase, seven ships were dealt with—six returned to service and one scuttled—setting the stage for a broader push to reduce navigation hazards and pollution. With funding secured and new laws on the horizon, the cleanup is set to…
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Fiji Eyes Hybrid Security Capability: RFMF to Back Police and Government Without Emergency Declarations
Fiji is exploring a bold ‘hybrid’ capability for the Republic of Fiji Military Forces that could let the army support the Government and police on an ongoing basis without a formal state of emergency. As lawmakers weigh legislative reforms and civilian safeguards, questions swirl about how far security forces might operate across policing and national…
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Fiji Parliament Delays Withdrawal of Key Transparency Bills as Government Describes Them as a Work in Progress
The government’s plan to withdraw three high-profile transparency bills stalled in Parliament, with officials calling the measures a work in progress. As ministries coordinate and debates continue, the fate of these key accountability reforms remains uncertain.
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Fiji Urgently Overhauls Energy Laws to Accelerate Renewables Toward 2036 Target, IRENA Finds
Fiji’s bold clean-energy goals could hinge on fixing a lagging legal and regulatory framework. A new assessment warns that outdated rules and slow approvals may slow renewables, underscoring a push for reforms to attract investment and accelerate the transition.