Workforce Debate: Business leaders in the Pacific are pushing back on government plans to grow the workforce, arguing jobs won’t appear without a stronger local economy and support for manufacturers. Hotel Demand: Global Hotel Alliance reported double-digit revenue growth in Q2, with room nights up and loyalty-driven cross-brand bookings rising—good news for Fiji’s tourism-linked hospitality sector. Waste-to-Energy Fight: TNG Holdings has appealed a rejected $1.4b Vuda Point waste-to-energy and private port proposal to Fiji’s Environment Tribunal, setting up a legal showdown over process fairness and environmental conditions. Maritime Skills: Fiji’s Maritime Safety Authority says the issue isn’t a lack of certified seafarers, but difficulty recruiting experienced senior officers—driven by pay and overseas opportunities. Labour & Migration Focus: ILO’s Dr Naren Prasad says Fiji must shift from GDP-only thinking to job-centred policy to retain skilled workers and cut migration pressures. Sugar Pressure: Opposition MP Viam Pillay says the $85 cane price still leaves farmers short, calling for urgent reforms and scrutiny of Fiji Sugar Corporation. Duavata Partnership: New Zealand and Fiji renewed the five-year Duavata Partnership, deepening cooperation on trade, security, policing, renewable energy and climate resilience. Lau Business Push: Yatu Lau Company unveiled plans for construction and revived shipping to create jobs and bring Lauans back home. Medicinal Cannabis Consultations: Fiji says 75% of people backed exploring medicinal cannabis, with taskforce consultations feeding into possible new industry rules.