transparency
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Fiji MPs Demand Greater Transparency in Civil Service Hiring Over Bias Concerns
Rising concerns about fairness in public service hiring ignite renewed calls for transparency and clear merit-based rules. As parliament probes recruitment practices, officials face pressure to prove appointments are based on capability rather than connections.
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Former Fiji Lt. Col. Calls for Military Reform and Transparency to Restore Public Trust
Former Fiji military officer and diplomat outlines a bold path to rebuild trust: re-professionalise the armed forces and boost transparency across national institutions. In his Truth and Reconciliation Commission testimony, he reflects on the 2000 crisis and sketches a reform-minded road to national reconciliation.
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Fiji Police to roll out body-worn cameras in stages as ICT upgrades and policy rules are put in place
Fiji’s Police Commissioner signals a cautious, staged rollout of body-worn cameras, saying solid ICT foundations, storage capacity and strong legal frameworks must come first. With assessments underway, the force is prioritizing policy, training and secure handling of video evidence before wider use.
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Parliament expands Higher Salaries Commission remit to 35 bodies to standardise executive pay
Parliament has expanded the Higher Salaries Commission’s reach, bringing eight more government bodies under its independent pay framework. The change aims to standardise executive remuneration across the public sector, boosting transparency and accountability in how senior salaries are decided. As boards align packages with established benchmarks, the reform could reshape recruitment and retention strategies for…
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Kamikamica Warns iTaukei Reputation at Risk, Calls for On-Site Audits of Provincial Councils
A parliamentary review warns that the reputation of the iTaukei community could hang in the balance if provincial financial records and transparency aren’t tightened. The findings point to on-site audits and stronger governance as essential steps, with calls for sustained investment to drive credible, timely reporting across provincial councils.
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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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Rabuka Defends Fiji Public Institutions’ Independence as Merit-Based Civil Service Reforms Advance
Prime Minister Rabuka used his parliamentary reply to defend the independence of public institutions and push merit-based reforms for Fiji’s civil service. He stressed independent investigations, due process, and a drive to boost professionalism, performance evaluation, and accountability across the public service.
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Opposition MP Demands Full Transparency in Fiji’s Constitutional Review, Urges Rural Outreach and Establishment of Landowning Community Trusts
Transparency takes center stage as Fiji’s constitutional review enters a new phase, with opposition leaders urging broad outreach beyond Suva to rural and maritime communities. The debate touches on land rights, development, and concerns about AI and online misinformation shaping democracy. As the government pledges a participatory, lawful process, the outcome could redefine who benefits…
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Fiji Government Pulls Three Governance Reform Bills From Parliament
The government is poised to withdraw three landmark governance bills from Parliament, signaling a dramatic shift in its reform agenda. The move raises questions about the fate of ethics, transparency and oversight reforms and could reshape the parliamentary timetable. As debates unfold, allies and critics weigh what this retreat means for public accountability.