Fiji is moving to improve how the Government uses data to make decisions, with the new Statistics Bill 2026 aimed at making official statistics more accurate, reliable and independent.

Fiji’s new child protection laws are on track to take effect from October, with regulations for the Child Care and Protection Act 2024 and Child Justice Act 2024 now finalised.

The Methodist Church in Fiji and Rotuma is placing young people at the centre of its efforts to address some of the country’s growing social challenges, including drug abuse and violence against women.

Fijians living overseas can now apply for and receive approval for citizenship online, as the Government expands digital access to Immigration services.

The Electoral Registration of Voters Amendment Bill is being fast-tracked through Parliament, with the Justice, Law and Human Rights Committee given until the next sitting in September to report back.

The Referendum Bill could be tabled in Parliament by the end of this month.

One of the Fijian Broadcasting Corporation’s senior executive has passed the bar and been admitted into the legal fraternity in the country.

The Government is considering whether to ease current mentorship requirements for doctors transitioning from the public health system into private practice.

Fiji will continue to lead regional discussions on digital policy and regulation after its chairing role at the Pacific Policy and Regulation Forum was extended for another two years.

The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service is strengthening its VAT refund processes, with eligible low-risk claims generally targeted for processing within 30 days from the end of the filing month.

Fiji Airways says it has secured alternative jet fuel supplies to avoid flight disruptions following a temporary fuel constraint at Nadi International Airport.

Fiji is preparing to bring more than 240 newly trained doctors through its public health workforce pipeline, as the Government plans for the next generation of medical officers and interns.