Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development Strengthens Collective Commitment to the 2030...

The 9th Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (PFSD) met at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS) in Suva, Fiji on 29 and 30 October. Co-hosted by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and...

Putting health and climate justice on the agenda – previewing COP30

Introduction by Croakey: The latest report from the Lancet Countdown on health and climate change, released this week, highlights both the urgency for action and the immense challenges ahead at next month’s global climate discussions in Belem,...

Fiji Sports Council and Modern Electric sign MOU to promote grassroots sports and community development

Fiji Sports Council and Modern Electric sign MOU to promote grassroots sports and community development The Fiji Sports Council and Modern Electric have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen collaboration in promoting...

FIJI TECH SUMMIT 2025 | Tech summit opens

THE Pacific region’s premier technology event, Fiji Tech Summit 2025, officially kicks off today, Thursday October 30, 2025, at the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Natadola, bringing together over 350 delegates, over 25 international...

Cyclists Gear Up for Palau’s “Beauty and the Beast” race, blending sport, nature, and tourism

By: Laurel Marewibuel PALAU, KOROR — “Cycling is a perfect fit for Palau’s tourism product — it’s eco-friendly, healthy, and lets visitors experience the island’s beauty up close,” said Leah Asanuma Gilham, president of Palau’s Triathlon...

Pope receives Fijian President in audience

Ratu Naiqama Tawakecolati Lalabalavu, President of Fiji, meets with Pope Leo and Vatican diplomats for talks on the socio-political situation of his country, with particular focus on environmental protection and the fight against transnational...

Radisson Blu Resort Fiji has elevated its guest experience through a comprehensive, property-wide renewal.

SUVA, Fiji — Radisson Blu Resort Fiji on Denarau Island has finished a 12-month, FJD 6 million revitalization to elevate the guest experience resort-wide. The project included updating signature restaurants, public spaces, family amenities, and...

New Tourism Fiji CEO Dr Paresh Pant sets vision for smarter, sustainable growth

The world of travel is evolving faster than ever, and our challenge is to stay ahead of those changes, not just by doing more, but by doing better. This was mentioned by Tourism Fiji’s new Chief Executive Officer, Dr Paresh Pant, who says that...

Former Virgin Australia chief Paul Scurrah named new Fiji Airways Managing Director

Former Virgin Australia CEO Paul Scurrah has been named the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fiji Airways, replacing Andre Viljoen who is heading to Air Mauritius. Scurrah was an incredibly popular CEO at Virgin Australia in...

Fiji’s fiscal performance reflects commendable discipline — Westpac report

Fiji’s fiscal management has been praised for showing commendable discipline, as the government closed the 2024–2025 financial year with a deficit of just 2.4 percent of GDP, well below initial projections. According to the latest Westpac Wave...

Fiji Airways welcomes Paul Scurrah as Managing Director and CEO

Fiji Airways has confirmed the appointment of Paul Scurrah as the airline’s new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective November 1, 2025. Scurrah brings to the role more than two decades of executive experience across aviation,...

Pope invited to visit Fiji by President during meet at the Apostolic Palace

President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu has has met with Pope Leo XIV a and has invited him to visit Fiji and, by extension, the Pacific region. Ratu Naiqama met with the Pope and Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State of the Holy See, at the...

Indonesia and Fiji strengthen cultural ties ahead of IPACS 2025

The Indonesian Ambassador to Fiji Dupito Simamora says Indonesia remains committed to strengthening cultural and people-to-people connections across the Pacific through collaboration, training and shared values. Speaking at a mini reception for...

Fiji submits third national climate pledge

[Source: Fiji Government/Facebook] Fiji is stepping up its global climate leadership. Cabinet has officially endorsed the submission of the nation’s Third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC3.0) under the Paris Agreement, signaling Fiji’s...

Fiji lifts disaster preparedness with people-first law

File Photo Fiji is not waiting for the next disaster, it’s preparing to beat it. Minister for Rural and Maritime Development and Disaster Management, Sakiasi Ditoka, says the message is clear: disasters will strike, but Fiji will rise stronger if...

Guy Pepper reveals the key to England’s dominant defensive performance against Australia

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Children’s Education Must Be Put At The Forefront of Climate Discussions At COP30

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Fiji is analysing gendered climate risks. Australia must learn from it

Australia could learn a lot from Fiji, which has just published its first Gender and Climate Change Nexus Data brief, highlighting inequalities in how women and men are impacted by climate change. The Fiji brief, in particular, highlights a gender...

Fiji PM Rabuka assures Coalition remains stable despite resignations

Coalition stability remains intact despite speculation of a leadership breakdown, says Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka. This is following the resignation of Finance Minister and deputy Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad from Cabinet. Rabuka...

Paul Scurrah appointed as new CEO of Fiji Airways

THE International Court of Justice’s advisory decision on climate justice and its implications on the upcoming COP meeting in Brazil was discussed by a panel of three speakers at the University of the South Pacific (USP). Panelists highlighted the...