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An exotic fruit fly has been detected in Fiji for the first time, putting staple crops at risk across several islands. Authorities have launched an emergency containment effort and tightened movement controls as farmers and communities watch the developing situation.

Empowering women in leadership—especially in education and STEM—could redefine Fiji’s path to sustainable development. Government and university partners are outlining inclusive strategies that place gender equity at the heart of future growth across the Pacific.

An overnight raid at a quiet Chicago daycare has left a neighborhood rattled and parents searching for answers about safety and immigration policy. The incident spotlights the human stakes behind national enforcement measures and how big-policy decisions echo in everyday life. A revealing look at how communities navigate uncertainty.

During a high-level visit to Wellington, Fiji’s Commissioner outlined steps to bolster support for Fijians abroad and deepen cooperation with New Zealand authorities. The talks underscore shared training, community safety, and a long-running partnership aimed at raising policing standards across borders.

Fiji unveils a bold push for disability rights, centered on 13 priority areas—from accessibility to education and employment—and backed by a substantial funding boost. The plan emphasizes collaboration, data-driven oversight, and a future where everyone can participate fully.

A high-stakes tribunal in Fiji scrutinizes the conduct of senior corrections officials, raising urgent questions about authority, transparency, and accountability. With allegations of improvised reforms, contentious hiring, and disputed terminations, the proceedings promise to illuminate governance standards and the future of public service ethics.

Fiji signals a broader role on the world stage as leaders report productive talks with UAE officials on peace and stability in the Middle East. The discussions highlighted strong UAE support for international peacekeeping and Fiji’s ongoing commitment to global security, rooted in decades of UN missions.

Two Pacific neighbours deepen their friendship with a landmark land exchange, turning a parcel into spaces for diplomacy, culture, and community. The move hints at stronger regional cooperation and renewed people-to-people ties across Fiji and Vanuatu.

Fiji’s legal landscape heats up with a high-stakes clash over a controversial Commission of Inquiry report, testing immunity rules and who can challenge its findings. As the case moves forward, observers say the drama could redefine accountability and ignite discussions about governance reforms in the region.

Pacific Island nations wrap two weeks of talks with a cohesive plan to safeguard tuna stocks—unlocking science-based albacore measures, tougher enforcement, and seabird protections. As climate shifts reshape fish distributions, regional leaders set the stage for a pivotal WCPFC session and a renewed push for sustainable fisheries in the region.

Pacific civil society is calling for a reimagined disaster response where communities are equal partners, not bystanders. With first responders often under-resourced and paying the highest price, a Regional CSO Accountability Framework seeks transparency, accountability, and sustainable funding. From Fiji’s women-led community responders to broader regional coordination efforts, a more inclusive, community-driven approach to resilience…