With visa bans impacting ties, Tonga signals a diplomatic reset with the United States and hints at high-level talks ahead. A new sister-city pact with East Palo Alto opens doors for cultural and youth exchanges, signaling a broader push in people-to-people diplomacy.

Grief grips a village after a young child goes missing near a river, sparking a wide search and an active investigation. A sobering reminder of the dangers near water and the importance of vigilant supervision.

Rabih Yazbek helped shape ANZ’s Fiji story with growth, client relationships, and a disciplined risk culture. As he moves to lead Client Coverage for the UK and Europe, a new chapter in ANZ’s global expansion begins, leaving readers curious about what’s next for the bank.

Coral Coast’s tourism scene gathers for a pivotal in-person talanoa since Fiji reopened, uniting operators and international partners to tackle seasonality and map sustainable growth. The dialogue spotlights coordinated campaigns, boosted visibility, and a resilient path forward for Fiji’s hospitality in evolving markets.

Unpaid dues are pushing a major international organization to the brink, with a shutdown feared as funding dries up. As donor nations weigh reforms, the looming squeeze could reshape humanitarian work and the future of global cooperation.

Fiji’s apprenticeship system, once a powerhouse of skills, now faces a critical revamp. A leading education voice warns that governance changes have dimmed productivity and training investment. He urges separating the levy from training providers and reviving a fast-track program to close the skills gap and spur growth.