Climate & Law: Vanuatu’s push for the UN’s top court (ICJ) to clarify governments’ duties to protect people from climate harm has surged, with 86 countries backing a resolution ahead of a mid-December UN vote. SME & Jobs: Fiji Development Bank’s National SME Awards crowned House of Salt as 2025 National SME of the Year and Krisneel Deo (Delaivuna Farm Fresh Eggs) as Best Maritime SME, highlighting innovation across agriculture and maritime-linked businesses. Cost of Living: The Consumer Council warns families are feeling rising prices and global tensions, calling for more targeted food subsidies and stronger consumer protection. Fisheries & Monitoring: Fiji has completed the first phase of electronic monitoring for offshore fishing, installing cameras on selected vessels and training analysts, with further funding to expand the system. Agriculture & Rural Resilience: IFAD’s US$25m Be-Green programme was launched in Cakaudrove, aiming to boost small farmers’ incomes and climate-resilient production; PM Rabuka also rejected claims of provincial favouritism, pointing to shared rural road challenges nationwide. Public Finance & Reform: Fiji secured a US$178m AIIB loan as part of a wider World Bank-backed reform package to strengthen disaster preparedness, public finances, and private-sector growth. Business Events: Telecom Fiji renewed its Platinum sponsorship of TOPEX 2026, backing a major business leadership forum for digital and innovation-focused dialogue. Governance & Courts: The High Court rejected Rajneal Rakesh Kumar’s bid to permanently halt FICAC criminal proceedings, ordering him to pay costs. Community & Health: Diabetes Fiji received an $11,000 donation from IHG Fiji Hotels & Resorts to support screenings and diabetes education through community programmes. Infrastructure & Safety: A Suva footpath obstruction from an asphalt milling machine has prompted safety concerns, with the Suva City Council sending a team to assess and address it.