AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPacific Tourism Push: A new World Bank report says Pacific countries can lift returns by shifting toward higher-value adventure and cultural tourism—especially after COVID-era revenue collapsed by 81%—with the sector still employing tens of thousands and supporting women’s work. Health Watch: Fiji’s Health Ministry says there are no hantavirus cases in Fiji and the risk remains “very low” as officials monitor a cruise ship outbreak linked to Tenerife, with border checks and port surveillance staying active. Jobs vs Costs: Fiji’s business groups are pushing back hard on the FTUC’s $8 living wage, warning it’s not “good faith” in a tough economy and pointing to productivity, skills gaps, and rising freight and inputs. Ocean Governance: Prime Minister Rabuka is heading to PNG for the inaugural Melanesian Ocean Summit, with Fiji set to focus on marine protection, fisheries sustainability, and climate resilience. Community Action: Swire Shipping Fijian Drua players and ANZ staff joined a Wailoaloa Beach clean-up, pulling litter and plastic from the shoreline.
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