The Ministry of Fisheries has imposed a four-month nationwide ban on the fishing, sale, transport and export of all species of Grouper, commonly known as Kawakawa, and Coral Trout, known locally as Donu, to protect the fish during their peak breeding season.

Fiji has ratified the agreement establishing the Advisory Centre on WTO Law following unanimous approval in Parliament.

Parliament has heard renewed calls for clearer evidence that tourism growth is reaching rural, maritime and iTaukei communities.

The Cabinet has endorsed a pathway to develop a sovereign aviation capability for Fiji.

Fiji’s hosting of the 8th Melanesian Arts and Cultural Festival has been deferred to next year.

Fijians will pay more for fuel and LPG from tomorrow, with prices reaching record levels as global market volatility, rising freight costs and ongoing geopolitical tensions continue to drive up import costs.

The Fijian Elections Office has identified information management, operational readiness and public confidence as its most pressing challenges as it ramps up preparations for Fiji’s next General Election.

The National Federation Party says it is positioning itself to take a leading role in uniting Fiji under its “Weaving Fiji Together” campaign, as confidence grows within the party following its latest branch meeting in Nadi.

Lomaiviti Province is looking to expand its commercial operations through property development, tourism infrastructure, and fisheries investment as part of plans to grow income opportunities for the province.

The government has not been able to confirm how many rural families have been lifted out of poverty since taking office.

Fiji’s ongoing financial responsibility for regional tourism promotion has come under scrutiny, alongside concerns over limited measurable support for small businesses.