Fiji
Fiji MPs accused of abusing parliamentary privilege
Pardoning MPs under privilege who commit hate speech crimes is an abuse according to the director of Fiji's Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission.
Sport: Fiji 7s team embracing the pressure in Dubai
Fiji are embracing the pressure as they begin their quest for a third consecutive World Sevens Series crown.
Opposition parties in Fiji welcome court ruling on poll rules
Opposition parties in Fiji have welcomed a court decision on election rules and the authority of the country's Electoral Commission.
Fiji's MIDA dismisses complaint about FBC
Fiji's Media Industry and Development Authority has dismissed a complaint about a television programme, saying the issue won't go to a media tribunal.
Sport: Fijiana set sights high for Women's 7s Series
The new Women's Sevens Series kicks off in Dubai this evening with Fiji eager to become a regular contender for Cup honours.
Bail extended for Fiji Times staff
The Suva High Court has extended bail to senior staff of the Fiji Times newspaper who have been charged with inciting communal antagonism.
US Tuna Association to defend fishing rights at Fiji meeting
The US-based American Tunaboat Association is calling for a "level playing field" and the protection of US fishing rights at a regional fisheries meeting in Fiji.
No sign yet of a revolutionary app in Fiji
Almost a week after its glamorous launch, there's little sign of a new mobile app hailed by Fiji's government as a 'multi-billion dollar venture,' but dismissed by many others as a con. Audio
Fiji tourist attraction defends its restriction of access to locals
A popular tourist attraction in Fiji is defending its decision to restrict the access of locals when cruise ship passengers are visiting.
Permit granted for Fiji human rights groups to march
Human rights groups in Fiji have been granted a permit to hold a march to mark World Human Rights Day after earlier being told they weren't allowed.
Fiji court rules in favour of Electoral Commission
The Court of Appeal in Fiji has ruled against the country's chief elections official, overturning a High Court decision on election law filed two years ago.
Pacific feminists take stock
Feminists, women human rights advocates and activists from around the Pacific gathered in Fiji this week for the inaugural Pacific Feminists Forum. Audio
Chinese make up nearly half of Fiji's potential investors
The Fiji government says China is now its biggest source of foreign investment and visitor numbers from China are booming.
No charges or follow up yet after alleged Fiji police beating
A Fijian man who claims he was beaten by up to five police officers while in custody just over a month ago says no charges have been pressed against him.
Rabuka wants inquiry into Fiji's Help for Homes
The leader of Fiji's opposition Sodelpa party has called for an inquiry into the Help for Homes programme set up after Cyclone Winston. The leader of Fiji's opposition Sodelpa party...
Fiji farmers fight red tape over seeds, says NFP
Fiji's National Federation Party says farmers are being subjected to unnecessary red tape as they try to replant after Cyclone Winston.
Pacific coaches says test rugby is becoming more competitive
Pacific coaches believe the gap between the haves and have-nots of international rugby is closing.
Lawyer for convicted Fiji police to apply for bail
The lawyer for eight Fiji policemen and a military officer sentenced to up to nine years jail for rape says he will be applying for their bail today.
Sport: Flying Fijians to muscle up against Japan
The Flying Fijians intend to muscle up in an attempt to overpower Japan in their Northern Tour finale tomorrow morning.
No interference in Fiji march ban, says Roads boss
Fiji Roads Authority's chief executive says the decision to deny a permit for a Human Rights Day march was made without government interference.
