The Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority says Pacific nations must remain at the centre of global discussions on deep-sea mining and ocean governance.

Three tertiary students charged over the death of a 30-year-old man in Nauluvatu, Suva, are expected to take their plea later this month.

A man in his late 20’s is set to appear in the Lautoka Magistrates Court charged with the alleged murder of a 38-year-old man following a violent incident in Wairabetia, Lautoka.

Patients in Tavua and Rakiraki will soon have easier access to x-ray services following the installation of new digital x-ray machines at both hospitals.

Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro is calling on schools to better prepare students for employment and tertiary studies by strengthening technical and vocational education.

Pacific youth and community practitioner Broderick Mervyn says strengthening discipline, faith, leadership, and workforce development is essential in addressing rising concerns around youth crime, drug abuse, violence, and social disorder in Fiji.

Governments across the Pacific including Fiji are facing difficult choices as limited fiscal space forces them to decide where to cut spending.

Bamboo is being explored as a sustainable alternative for Fiji’s construction and furniture industries as supplies of natural forest timber continue to decline.

The Consumer Council is calling for stronger enforcement action against restaurants and cafes found breaching basic hygiene and food safety standards across Fiji.

The Tui Namosi is calling on Government to consider establishing a tax-free zone stretching from Lami to Pacific Harbour to support growing population pressures and development along the corridor.

The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation is calling on government to prioritize local industries, jobs and productivity in the upcoming national budget.

General Secretary of the Pacific Conference of Churches Reverend James Bhagwan is calling for stronger recognition of indigenous knowledge in environmental protection, saying Pacific worldviews must be central to policy-making.