Suva Harbour Cleanup: Work is set to begin on removing the first three of 17 derelict vessels from Suva Harbour under the Captain Johnathan Smith Fund, with Fiji Ports Corporation Limited leading operations and scuttling only after strict environmental and safety checks. Northern Business Expansion: FMF is expanding in Labasa with a new warehouse and electric vehicle showroom in Wailevu to ease stock shortages and let customers test EVs locally. Fisheries Upgrades & Monitoring: A $324,000 upgrade has been completed at Lekutu Fisheries Quarters in Bua, while Fiji also moves ahead with an electronic monitoring system for offshore fishing and a new National MCS Strategy to tackle illegal fishing. Climate & Resilience Finance: The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank approved US$80m to support Fiji’s economic resilience, climate and disaster preparedness, alongside reforms to boost private sector growth. Cost of Living Pressure: The Consumer Council warns families are struggling with rising prices and living costs, urging stronger consumer protection and targeted support. Security Sector Reform: Government plans to review the Security Industry Act to modernise licensing, enforcement and crack down on illegal operators. Trade & Exports: Fiji’s domestic exports to the US jumped 70.4% in May, with gains in aircraft and ships’ stores, mineral water and mahogany, while exports to China also surged. Agriculture as a Business: A former LDS missionary urges young Fijians to treat agriculture as a business opportunity, pointing to demand for premium products in the US. Commonwealth Games Focus: Fiji’s lawn bowls and boxing teams are pushing for medals in Glasgow, with bowlers and boxers advancing in their early rounds.