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17 Emerging Leaders from Asia-Pacific Advance Disaster Risk Reduction Skills: UNITAR Training Concludes with Workshop in Fiji

Following three months of capacity-building via online learning and virtual classrooms, the in-person workshop allowed the participants to engage in expert-led lectures and study tours for contextualized, experiential and practical learning. At...

Health and Finance Officials attend Health Systems Flagship Course in Fiji

Health and Finance Officials attend Health Systems Flagship Course in Fiji For the first time, senior officials from both the Ministry of Health and Medical […]

ADB, Fiji Sign Landmark Agreement for Urban Waste Management

SUVA, FIJI (5 February 2025) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a Transaction Advisory Services Agreement with Fiji’s Ministry of Local Government (MLG) to support the development of a new sanitary landfill and the rehabilitation of four...

Historic Showdown-Rugby Football Club Los Angeles Faces Fijian Drua in Landmark MLR vs. Super Rugby Pacific Clash, Fiji

Rugby Football Club Los Angeles (RFCLA) takes on the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua in the first-ever matchup with a Super Rugby Pacific team January 24th, 2025. LAUTOKA, FIJI, January 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rugby history will be made as...

DOH REPORTS 13TH TRAVEL-RELATED DENGUE VIRUS CASE OF 2025

Posted on Sep 9, 2025 in Newsroom HONOLULU — The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has identified a new travel-related case of dengue virus on Oʻahu, bringing the total number of dengue cases to 13 in the state in 2025 (one on Maui, 12 on Oʻahu)....

ADB, Merchant Finance Sign Agreement to Support Inclusive Finance in Fiji

MANILA, PHILIPPINES (9 December 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Merchant Finance Pte Limited (MFL) have signed loan and grant agreements to boost access to finance for women-owned and led small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in...

Innovative Infrastructure: Fiji’s Path to a Climate Resilient Transport Network

The Fiji Critical Bridges Resilience Project aims to enhance the resilience and safety of Fiji's transport network, particularly on Viti Levu, the main island. Fiji, an archipelago of over 330 islands, faces challenges in providing services to its...

ADB Approves $199.5 Million Project to Improve Domestic Connectivity in Fiji

MANILA, PHILIPPINES (28 November 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $199.5 million project that will replace critical bridges on Fiji’s main island to improve domestic transport connectivity. The Critical Bridges Resilience...

Hon. Choylin Yim Douglas, Minister for Culture and Tourism, Officially Opens Newly Renovated SPTO Reception Area in Suva, Fiji

Hon. Choylin Yim Douglas, Minister for Culture and Tourism, Officially Opens Newly Renovated SPTO Reception Area in Suva, Fiji Suva, Fiji – 12th November 2024: […]

Pacific Leaders Elevate Skills to Tackle Sea and Human Security Issues in Indo-Pacific from Fiji Regional Workshop

The closing ceremony marked the culmination of the Nadi regional workshop and the second phase of the “The Leaders for a Free and Open Indo-Pacific: Sea and Human Security” training programme. Mr. Isami Takada, Counsellor and Deputy Chief of...

ADB Supports Digitalization and Financial Inclusion in Fiji

SUVA, FIJI (4 October 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will partner with the Reserve Bank of Fiji to support the development and implementation of a national ID and electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) program, designed to boost access to...

ADB Supports Renewable Energy Transition in Fiji through PPPs

SUVA, FIJI (1 October 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has been appointed as transaction advisor to Energy Fiji Limited (EFL) to support Fiji’s renewable energy goals. Fiji’s National Energy Policy, 2023–2030, aims to facilitate investment...

UNITAR Regional Workshop in Fiji Kicks Off for Pacific Leaders to Enhance Skills on Sea and Human Security

1 October 2024, Nadi, Fiji – On 1 October 2024, The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) welcomed over 70 participants from government institutions, NGOs, and the private sector from 8 Pacific small island countries to the...

Deputy Under Secretary Farrell to Travel to Australia, Fiji, Palau, and Papua New Guinea to Promote Inclusive Economic Growth

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, September 30, 2024 Contact: Office of Public Affairs Email: publicaffairs@trade.gov Phone: 202-482-3809 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade Diane Farrell will travel to...

ADB Launches Country Partnership Strategy for Fiji for 2024-2028

MANILA, PHILIPPINES (24 September 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched a new country partnership strategy (CPS) with Fiji for 2024–2028, which will support Fiji’s resilience to economic and climate-related shocks. “This new CPS...

Wellness for All Across USA: World Wellness Weekend 2025 Expands Nationwide

Join from September 19–21 2025 | Uniting 160+ Countries Through Vitality, Serenity & Solidarity NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- World Wellness Weekend (WWW), an international non-profit association, returns...

Wonderful Halos Celebrates Back-To-School with National Contest to Support Teachers

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wonderful Halos, one of America’s most-loved healthy snack brands, is kicking off the back-to-school season on a sweet note with a nationwide contest to support teachers and help fund classrooms....

New Zealand Pledges Strong Support to Pacific Regionalism

(MENAFN) New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters reaffirmed the country’s dedication to Pacific regionalism during his address at the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Fiji on Thursday. "New Zealand is a steadfast and...

Oceania Digital Textile Printer Market Set for Steady Growth as Manufacturers Embrace Sustainability and Innovation

Oceania Digital Textile Printer Market grows with rising demand for sustainable printing, customization, and advanced design technologies. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Oceania digital textile printer...

Visitor Spending and Visitor Arrivals Declined in July 2025

Posted on Aug 28, 2025 in News For Immediate Release: August 28, 2025 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), total visitor arrivals and total visitor spending in July...