Airport Taxis: Nadi International Airport taxi operators are pushing the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission for a fare jump, proposing to double the running rate from $1.50 to $3 per kilometre, citing airport charges, vehicle standards, licensing, insurance, maintenance and long driver hours. Health Supply: Concerns are growing over sterile water shortages at some public hospitals and smaller health centres, with the Health Minister urging facilities to use available alternatives like normal saline when sterile water isn’t on hand. Payments Modernisation: BRED Bank Fiji says it has completed migration of all active Visa and private-label cards to BPC’s cloud-based SmartVista platform, adding broader international card acceptance and AI fraud management. Rugby Development Fees: Fiji Rugby Union is seeking training and development compensation from overseas clubs when Fijian players move internationally, via World Rugby rules and a player release commission. Climate & Sea-Level Rise: Fiji is taking its Ocean of Peace Declaration to the UN General Assembly, calling for stronger action and climate finance as small islands secure a UN-backed “presumption in favour of continued statehood” amid rising seas. Tourism Access: Fiji’s tourism sector is rolling out beach access mats and ocean-capable wheelchairs to improve experiences for visitors with mobility challenges. Foreign Policy & Security: PM Rabuka says Fiji is in ongoing talks with partners to strengthen EEZ surveillance to tackle drug trafficking, with Australia support considered where needed. Business & Trade Links: PIF and CARICOM have formalised a partnership to advance shared SIDS priorities, aiming for closer coordination at the UN. Regional Flights: Fiji Airways has relaunched direct Nadi–Nouméa flights, adding capacity as New Caledonia tourism rebuilds after the 2024 unrest. Mining Update: Lion One reports high-grade gold results from underground drilling at its Tuvatu project in Fiji.