Fiji
Fiji and Marshall Islands call for EU to up climate change targets
EU member states have blocked the grouping from committing to a net-zero carbon emissions target for 2050.
Melanesia group criticised for failure to look after its people
The Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) has come under attack for "neglecting the cries of its people, particularly in West Papua".
Fijians left behind in 'Bainimarama boom Budget:', warns Opposition
Fiji's Opposition parties say the National Budget will fail to reduce the cost of living for the people of Fiji and that they will be left asking what's in it for them.
Fiji govt economic plan fails to provide incentives
Last week the Frank Bainimarama-led government delivered its budget for the coming year on the back of growth it described as the "Bainimarama boom". This week, the Opposition warns the state's… Audio
Sport: Pacific teams leading the way for women's rugby league
The Fiji women's rugby league team will create history on Saturday when they take the field in their first ever international match. Audio
Opposition questions Fiji’s ties with Indonesia
Fiji's diplomatic relations with Indonesia have come under intense scrutiny in Parliament this week over human rights abuses in West Papua.
Sport: Western Force target Rapid Rugby clean sweep against Fiji
The Western Force are looking to complete a clean sweep of Global Rapid Rugby's "Pacific Showcase" when they host the Fijian Latui in Friday's final round clash in Perth.
Tools down at 'Pacific's tallest building' in Fiji
In Fiji, controversy between developers of the so-called "tallest building in the Pacific" and the school next door, has escalated with the council issuing a stop-work order on construction.
Infectious cause ruled out in deaths of US tourists to Fiji
Infectious cause ruled out in deaths of US tourists to Fiji Fiji's Ministry of Health says they have ruled out an infectious cause of death after two Americans died holidaying in Fiji in May.
Vanuatu backs West Papuan bid for full MSG membership
The United Liberation Movement of West Papua has officially submitted an application for full membership in the Melanesian Spearhead Group, whose full members are Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Solomon… Audio
Fiji opposition fails to reduce PM's travel allowance
An opposition motion to reduce the Fiji prime minister's travel allowance has been defeated in parliament.
Fiji police officer joins UN peacekeeping mission to Yemen
A police officer from Fiji has been appointed to the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Yemen.
Fiji Speaker puts MPs on notice for not speaking English
Fiji's speaker Ratu Epeli Nailatikau says some MPs have breached standing orders of the house by not addressing Parliament in English.
Krishna joins Indian club
Roy Krishna has signed a one-year deal with Indian football side ATK, the former Wellington Phoenix star tweeted today.
Fiji Budget debate suspended due to water cuts
Fiji's National Budget debate in Parliament has been suspended due to water cuts.
Fiji farmers union president arrested
The National Farmers Union in Fiji says its president has been arrested for alleged incitement and is in custody at the Labasa Police Station.
Sport: Local-based halfback to make Fiji Bati debut
Nadera Panthers halfback Penioni Tagituimua is set to make his test debut for the Fiji Bati this weekend after being selected in the final squad to face Lebanon as part of an international rugby…
Anomalies detected in 21 containers in Fiji port
The Fiji government says 21 containers scanned at its main port are under investigation.
Fijian children in child labour returned to schools
More than 200 children in child labour in Fiji have been returned to schools by the government.
Reckless spending behind cuts in Fiji budget reduction
An economist in Fiji says reckless spending has caught up with the government, which has had to cut expenditure in this year's budget. Audio
