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Fiji sugar farmers accuse government and FSC of shortchanging cane payments for the 2025 season
Opposition MP Viam Pillay says cane farmers are being left out of pocket for the 2025 season, accusing the Government and FSC of failing to meet guaranteed payouts and leaving bonuses unpaid. He warns that farmers are bearing upfront costs while payments are delayed, adding to pressure on Fiji’s sugar industry.
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Solomon Islands: Attorney-General Muria moves to strike out opposition recall bid
An escalating constitutional clash in the Solomon Islands sees the Attorney‑General moving to strike out an opposition bid to recall Parliament. As a court hearing looms, the case could redefine how and when the judiciary weighs in on parliamentary moves and government majorities.
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Footpaths and Flowers: Usamate Mocks Cabinet Seats Amid FijiFirst Defections in Parliament
Opposition MP Jone Usamate sparked laughter in Parliament with a sharp jab about a mythical “Minister for footpaths and flowers” as he challenged shifting loyalties and possible defections. Behind the banter, the debate hints at deeper tensions shaping Fiji’s political landscape.
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Fiji Parliament Clash Over Cost of Living as Government Emphasizes Budget Aid and Liquidity
An intense parliamentary clash unfolds as government and opposition argue over how to ease rising living costs. Ministers defend targeted relief while critics urge faster action, spotlighting inflation, liquidity, and promised reforms as the debate heats up.