Residents of Marata in Wailoku are highlighting the challenges of caring for family members with mental health conditions following recent incidents in the community.

53-year-old Varanisese Qasevakatini of Ravitaki, Kadavu, has obtained her Tax Identification Number for the first time through the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection’s REACH programme in Vunisea.

Fiji is linking its national coral reef conservation strategy to wider Pacific climate priorities, including ocean protection, climate finance, and limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

Coastal communities in Fiji are being given an opportunity to influence proposed changes to fisheries laws, particularly those affecting customary fishing rights, licensing and penalties for illegal fishing.

The Government is developing new standards for household electrical appliances in an effort to improve consumer safety and ensure electrical products meet appropriate safety and performance requirements.

Fiji and the Philippines are moving to strengthen diplomatic ties through regular high-level consultations covering defence, security, trade and other areas of cooperation.

Fiji’s tourism sector is moving to strengthen its crisis response systems amid growing risks from natural disasters, global disruptions and rising travel costs.

Cabinet has endorsed proposed reforms to Fiji’s national intelligence system to strengthen coordination, information sharing and the country’s ability to respond to emerging security threats.

Fiji will strengthen its maritime security system through a three-phase implementation plan aimed at addressing growing threats to the country’s waters and maritime resources.

High rents and a shortage of affordable housing are putting pressure on families across Fiji, with the Public Rental Board being urged to expand housing options and help tenants move towards home ownership.

The Fiji Police Force is calling on faith-based organizations and community leaders to work together in addressing drug-related harm and preventing crime across the country.

Fiji needs more trained technicians and accessible prosthetic services to reduce wait times for people who have lost limbs, says the President of Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti.