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Fiji battles cybersecurity gaps
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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July 11, 2025
Fiji’s policing and enforcement agencies are struggling to keep pace with the rapid evolution of cyber threats, despite the nation operating in an advanced technological environment. This challenge was highlighted by Savenaca Siwatibau, Cyber...
Fiji Water Celebrates 'Origins,' Introduces Slim Bottle
MediaPost
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Fiji Water's new 30-second campaign — "Origins"— was created by the Wonderful Agency. The spot is running on broadcast TV, streaming, social and retail at gas-station pump toppers and U.S. convenience stores. The art design and animation is by...
Fiji, SI, Vanuatu historic joint submission of ECS areas to UN
The Islandsun
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July 11, 2025
BY LORETTA B MANELE Fiji, Solomon Islands and Vanuatu together have presented a joint submission of Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) areas to the United Nations, a move considered historic. According to a recent statement from SPC, (The Pacific...
Fiji’s Heleina Young and Samoa’s John Tafi named Outstanding Athletes at 2025 Pacific Mini Games closing ceremony
Island Times
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July 11, 2025
Koror, Palau | July 9, 2025— The 2025 Pacific Mini Games officially concluded on Tuesday evening at the Palau National Track, where athletes, officials, and fans gathered for the closing ceremony — a celebration of athletic excellence, cultural...
Fiji finished second in Palau, Young outstanding
Fiji Sun
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July 11, 2025
Former Fijiana 7s player and national sprinter Heleina Young was crowned the overall outstanding female athlete. Team Fiji won 27 gold, 30 silvers and 24 bronze to secure second place at the Pacific Mini Games in Koror, Palau which ended on...
Fiji Kulas aim for clean sweep in group stage as they face Vanuatu tonight
Fijivillage
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Fiji Kulas coach Angeline Chua says the team is focused and determined to secure all 9 points in the group stage of the OFC Women’s Nations Cup, as they prepare for a crucial clash against Vanuatu this evening. Chua says they know Vanuatu is a...
Fiji now has the world’s fastest growing HIV epidemic according to new UNAIDS report
Fijivillage
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Fiji now has the world’s fastest growing HIV epidemic according to new UNAIDS report Fiji now has the world’s fastest growing HIV epidemic. A UNAIDS report titled 2025 Global AIDS Update, AIDS, Crisis and the Power to Transform, states that since...
Fiji innovates sugarcane harvesting
FBC News
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July 10, 2025
Harvester in Japan Fiji lacks specialized harvesters for farming on hilly and rugged land, which makes it hard for sugarcane farmers in places like Drumasi, Malele, and Dovata. To help, the Ministry of Sugar Industry is bringing in a special...
Byrne: A win against Highlanders is important for Fiji Drua side
Pacific News Service
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A win this weekend against the Highlanders is important for the Swire Shipping Fiji Drua side, says head coach Mick Byrne while speaking at a press conference Wednesday at Albert Park in Suva. The game on Saturday at the ANZ Stadium is a good...
Kusitino is Fiji’s first pro-surfer
FBC News
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July 11, 2025
Source: Supplied From learning how to balance on a surf board at 5 years old, to signing a contract with a major surfing brand Former at 16, James Kusitino is officially Fiji’s first ever, pro surfer. Growing up in Nadroga, Kusitino began his...
Why there is a lot at stake for Scotland v Fiji
BBC
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July 11, 2025
Fiji: Salesi Rayasi, Kalaveti Ravouvou, Sireli Maqala, Josua Tuisova, Jiuta Wainiqolo, Caleb Muntz, Simione Kuruvoli; Eroni Mawi, Tevita Ikanivere, Mesake Doge, Isoa Nasilasila, Temo Mayanavanua, Lekima Tagitagivalu, Elia Canakaivata, Viliame...
Defence makes final arguments in Fiji’s largest drug case
FBC News
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July 11, 2025
Defence lawyers in Fiji’s largest-ever drug bust case have told the court their clients played only small roles—or didn’t know they were involved in anything illegal. The case involves the alleged importation of more than 4.15 tonnes of...
Fiji Police reviews Use of Force Policy to align with human rights standards
The Fiji Times
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July 10, 2025
The Fiji Police Force has participated in consultations that may result in the review of its Use of Force Policy. The consultation was attended by 30 senior police officers and marked a significant step in aligning the policy with Fiji’s...
Fiji, Vanuatu and Solomon Islands submit landmark ocean claims covering 453,400km²
The Fiji Times
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July 10, 2025
In a historic move, Fiji, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu have submitted three Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) claims to the United Nations Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf (CLCS), securing 453,400 square kilometres of shared ocean...
Vanuatu win final group game but lose out on semi-final place to Fiji
The Fiji Times
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July 11, 2025
With Solomon Islands winning 5-0 over Tonga in the first game of the day, Vanuatu knew that they needed to win by at least two goals in order to secure a semi-final place, while Fiji needed just a point to secure top spot in Group B. The Kulas...
Rory Darge eager to test himself against Fiji’s ‘benchmark for physicality’
South Wales Argus
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The Glasgow flanker will lead the side outright for the first time as coach Gregor Townsend makes 14 changes to the line-up that began the tour with a gruelling win over the Maori All Blacks last week. The match is of critical importance to...
Scrum alert! | Fiji Forwards Fired Up for Scotland
The Fiji Times
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July 11, 2025
THERE are times during a rugby match where even the most experienced coaches are left searching for answers. For FIJI Water Flying Fijians head coach Mick Byrne, it often happens when the referee calls a scrum penalty. “I think when you get into...
Sri Lanka Group expands investment in Fiji
The Fiji Times
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July 11, 2025
EXPANSION plans in Fiji by Sri Lankan conglomerate Aitken Spence PLC through its subsidiary company Elpitiya Plantations has finally made progress since initially exploring opportunities in the country last year. Aitken Spence PLC, a prominent Sri...
Ambassador highlights Fiji’s unique role in Korean War
FBC News
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July 11, 2025
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Korean Ambassador to Fiji Kim Jin Hyung says Fiji holds a unique place in the history of the Korean War. Ambassador Kim says it is understood that a group of Fijians, enlisted in the British Armed Forces, were...
Logo competition to promote insurance awareness in Fiji
FBC News
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July 9, 2025
In an effort to raise awareness about the importance of insurance, the Insurance Association of Fiji has launched a nationwide logo design competition for students inviting them to creatively express what insurance means to them and their...