Export Outlook: A new Pacific Islands Export Survey 2026 Fiji Spotlight says exporters are upbeat, with 72% expecting higher export revenue in the next 12 months, but Finance Pressure: 67% now struggle to access funding (up from 49% in 2024), making finance the biggest brake on growth. Tourism Tax: Fiji’s 5% Tourism Services Tax will apply only to bookings made from 1 September 2026, easing earlier fears of retrospective charges; the tax is aimed at supporting Fiji Airways as it tackles jet fuel costs. Air Connectivity: Fiji Airways will suspend its Canberra–Nadi route from 5 February 2027, citing global uncertainty, higher fuel prices and softer demand. Food Import Plan: Data gaps are delaying Fiji’s targets to cut a $1.1b food import bill, as the Agriculture Ministry says it lacks enough information on what is imported, consumed locally and re-exported. Agriculture Investment: Fiji is strengthening agricultural investment planning through economic and financial analysis training, including a push for a standard investment-planning manual. Water Safety: Communities along Labasa’s Qawa River are calling for urgent action after dead fish and pollution concerns tied to nearby mill wastewater. Ageing Support: Fiji is reviewing protection gaps for older people after reports of neglect and financial exploitation by families. Public Safety & Transport: NFP leaders renewed calls for more police visibility and safer taxi operations after attacks on drivers, including suggestions for in-vehicle cameras and better passenger booking systems.