RSE Worker Rights: Fiji’s RSE liaison Greg Traill says misconceptions about the New Zealand scheme are driving confusion over worker rights, health and contract length, but reports positive feedback from employers and about 460 workers so far, with numbers expected to rise to around 1,000 over summer. Maritime Supply Fix: Government is reviewing Fiji’s maritime shipping system after outer-island shortages, including options to turn Government Shipping Services into a state-owned enterprise and tighten rules to prevent route monopolies. Sugar Crunch: Labour shortages are hitting Lautoka Sugar Mill hard, with cane deliveries far below what’s needed and only a fraction of harvesting gangs operating, adding pressure to the current sugar shortage. Scams & Online Safety: Fiji’s Online Safety Commission welcomes Meta’s crackdown on fake accounts and sextortion, while the Consumer Council pushes stronger “national defence” systems beyond awareness. Climate Unity for COP31: Pacific climate ministers back speaking “with one voice” ahead of COP31, with Fiji’s Minister Lynda Tabuya coordinating Pre-COP planning and bilateral climate talks. Child Protection Alarm: Salvation Army warns drug traffickers are exploiting children as young as seven, including recruiting street children to sell or transport drugs. Fiji Business & Cargo Security: A Suva wharf incident has prompted a police complaint after imported vehicles were found deliberately scratched, with the dealer seeking CCTV and shipping records. Regional Security: China’s missile test near Tuvalu continues to strain Pacific unity, with analysts pointing to differing ties and interests.