AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoForeign Labour Inflow: Fiji logged about 4,000 new foreign worker applications in March–May, as employers keep relying on overseas recruitment despite labour-shortage concerns, renewing debate over worker welfare and safeguards. Economic Urgency: Fiscal Review Committee chair Richard Naidu says Government is not acting fast enough, warning growth has slipped below 3% and tourism’s rebound is masking deeper weaknesses. Fiscal Stress & Debt: Economists and the IMF point to worsening conditions: RBF cut the 2026 growth forecast to 1.5% and expects inflation to top 6%, while debt is projected to reach $11.4bn (about 81% of GDP) by end-July. Governance First: Lawyer Barbara Malimali argues stability and investor confidence hinge on fixing governance and strengthening institutions before growth and reforms can stick. Climate Adaptation: Fiji is moving toward “green-gray” coastal protection, pairing seawalls with mangrove restoration to tackle sea-level rise and erosion. Cybercrime Push: Acting AG Siromi Turaga says Fiji is tightening cybercrime laws and regional coordination, including a push to finalise an online safety law soon.
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