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Fiji is steering a regional digital transformation push across the Pacific, guiding a hub that’s rolling out AI-powered tools, cybersecurity webinars, and digital-literacy initiatives. The aim: stronger, smarter, more interconnected parliaments and a more inclusive future for governance in the region.

Epeli Laqeni, a former Fiji Corrections officer, is back in court as a murder charge enters the bail debate. The proceedings spotlight overcrowded remand centers and inmate health, set against Fiji’s ongoing focus on domestic violence and justice. The next steps in the courtroom could shape responses to these urgent issues.

Lautoka marks a bold move toward climate resilience with its inaugural Voluntary Local Review, positioning the city as a regional leader in SDG-inspired development. The report highlights cross-sector partnerships and forward-looking initiatives that aim to build greener, more inclusive communities for Fiji’s second city.

FRCS is rolling out tighter internal safeguards after high-stakes security concerns surfaced, boosting integrity checks and cross-agency cooperation. With staff rotations, stricter handling of sensitive information, and enhanced border-security tech, the move aims to disrupt organized crime and restore public trust.

Fresh bail bids are before the Suva High Court in a high-profile domestic-violence case. The self-represented defendant faces slim chances of release as prosecutors warn of public risk, with a bail hearing set to reconvene in October.

Fiji’s football horizon is shifting as a single coach oversees both the national team and a brand-new pro club. Could this dual role spark stronger squads, sharper development, and a brighter path for Fijian football?

Ambition, not discord, is the engine of progress for the People’s Alliance, says General Secretary Sila Balawa. He dismisses whispers of a leadership shake-up and emphasizes that any succession decisions rest with the Prime Minister, while the party stays focused on governance and the road ahead.

Delays in government payments are straining Fiji’s PPP medical scheme, with reports of clinics delaying or denying care for some patients. Officials acknowledge the challenges and promise fixes as the program continues to unfold and healthcare services evolve.

Fiji is pursuing a bold upgrade for its farms, with Rabuka signaling a new collaboration with Israel to bring high-tech irrigation and hands-on training to the sector. The partnership aims to boost food security and uplift local farmers through shared expertise and innovation.

Fiji and Korea mark a milestone in a 54-year friendship, highlighting collaboration across energy, health, and education. Through KOICA-backed initiatives, this partnership is shaping a more inclusive, climate-ready future for the Pacific.

New sanctions target Russia’s two biggest oil firms as Washington presses for renewed talks on Ukraine. With a postponed Trump-Putin meeting and warnings that the economic impact may be muted, diplomacy remains fragile as leaders navigate toward a possible ceasefire.

Fiji is weighing a multi-day voting window as officials grapple with polling-location mix-ups and registration gaps that kept voters from casting ballots. The conversation is shifting toward broader access, stronger voter education, and more inclusive pre-polling to boost participation in future elections.

Former Fiji deputy prime minister Manoa Kamikamica faces a pivotal bail decision in a case that could reshape views on governance and accountability. The unfolding matter stirs debate about integrity and reform in Fiji’s political landscape.