Education Ministry Deputy Secretary Primary/Secondary Timoci Bure says better analysis of school dropout data will identify trends and help them design targeted interventions.

Acting Police Commissioner Juki Fong Chew says an integrated approach to addressing crime could “minimise” criminal activity.

The Foundation for Education of Needy Children has called for both long-term investments and immediate support for the most vulnerable children and families in Fiji.

Navua resident Janendra Sharma is urging those experiencing any eye issues to seek medical help promptly to ensure timely treatment.

The “Bright Journey” medical team from Guangdong Province, China, in collaboration with Pacific Eye Institute has successfully completed 34 cataract surgeries yesterday.

As the Pacific heads into COP29 in Azerbaijan, Pacific Islands Forum Chair and Prime Minister of Tonga, Hu’akavameiliku, says the key goal for the negotiations must be to keep the 1.5-degree Celsius goal alive.

Permanent Secretary for Trade, Co-operatives and MSMEs Shaheen Ali has highlighted the significant opportunities for trade, investment, and development in the Pacific.

The University of Fiji Vice Chancellor, Professor Shaista Shameem, has labelled the comments made by Attorney General Graham Leung as derogatory and demoralizing to young lawyers.

Home Affairs Minister Pio Tikoduadua has revealed that the Police Force conducts over ten to fifteen drug raids weekly, seizing various substances including methamphetamine, marijuana, and cocaine.

The Home Affairs Minister is concerned over conditions in custody facilities, stressing the need for improved infrastructure and greater support for those held in police custody.

Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister, James Marape, has confirmed he will not attend the upcoming United Nations Global Climate Summit COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

The UN Climate Change Conference COP29 provides a platform for small island developing states to demand a review of global climate finance mechanisms.