Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has confirmed that all Government MPs who voluntarily underwent drug testing during the May sitting of Parliament have returned negative results.

The Fijian Elections Office says it is confident the National Register of Voters is being continuously updated and remains accurate, despite challenges such as internal migration and urbanisation.

The Government is stepping up efforts to reduce Fiji’s reliance on imported rice as rising global crude oil prices continue to increase food import costs.

The Government has stressed that any move towards an $8 minimum wage must go through the proper review process before any decision can be made.

Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran says greater awareness, early diagnosis and stronger community support are needed for people living with lupus in Fiji, particularly women who are disproportionately affected by the disease.

The Ministry of Fisheries has imposed a four-month nationwide ban on the fishing, sale, transport and export of all species of Grouper, commonly known as Kawakawa, and Coral Trout, known locally as Donu, to protect the fish during their peak breeding season.

Fiji has ratified the agreement establishing the Advisory Centre on WTO Law following unanimous approval in Parliament.

Parliament has heard renewed calls for clearer evidence that tourism growth is reaching rural, maritime and iTaukei communities.

The Cabinet has endorsed a pathway to develop a sovereign aviation capability for Fiji.

Fiji’s hosting of the 8th Melanesian Arts and Cultural Festival has been deferred to next year.

Fijians will pay more for fuel and LPG from tomorrow, with prices reaching record levels as global market volatility, rising freight costs and ongoing geopolitical tensions continue to drive up import costs.

The Fijian Elections Office has identified information management, operational readiness and public confidence as its most pressing challenges as it ramps up preparations for Fiji’s next General Election.