AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoADB Support: Fiji secured a US$210m Asian Development Bank package—US$200m policy loan plus US$10m disaster financing—to cushion higher fuel and food costs, slow growth, and climate shocks. Mining & Land Reform: Fiji is tapping Australian expertise for mining and land law changes, including a proposed Mineral Exploration and Exploitation Bill, plus upgrades to digital land records and community consultation models. Labour Mobility & Tourism: Fiji and Israel are finalising a deal to bring 1,500 Fijian caregivers over 12 months, with tourism and agriculture internships also expanding. Tourism Milestone: Fiji hit a record 105,791 visitor arrivals in July, with leaders pushing “value over volume” and stronger benefits for local businesses and communities. Transport & Regulation: Taxi groups are challenging FCCC fare changes and questioning app-based private passenger services, warning of service gaps and rising illegal “pari” activity. Public Health: Fiji declared an HIV national emergency after diagnoses surged, with government urging open action to protect tourism confidence. Agri & Housing: Bamboo research points to cheaper, greener building costs, while cane harvesting mechanisation is boosting Yaladro farmers’ harvest timing and incomes.
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