Money Laundering Controls: Fiji’s real estate sector is tightening safeguards as the Real Estate Agents Licensing Board warns criminals are using cash house and land purchases to “clean” illicit drug proceeds, backing a new code of ethics and specialized education for agents, with calls for sellers to be wary of large cash offers. Sports Sponsorship: Bank South Pacific (BSP) has been confirmed as a major sponsor of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, aiming to boost regional pride and rugby league visibility across South Pacific markets including Fiji. Sugar Industry Pressure: Fiji’s sugar talks stay tense as farmers demand clarity on the $85-per-tonne minimum cane price, while disputes over cane quality, land lease security, and FSC leadership continue to surface amid calls for higher guaranteed prices and faster, fairer processing. Tourism & Aviation: Fiji Airways is ending its MOU with the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, moving toward direct deals with individual hotels and resorts as it reviews partnerships to manage costs. Energy & Infrastructure: Nadi International Airport has begun work on Fiji’s largest airport solar farm, a 3.25MW project designed to cut reliance on conventional power and expand capacity for future growth. Governance & Compliance: FICAC has confirmed it is progressing a vehicle procurement case involving the former FBC CEO and current CFO, with a pre-trial conference set for next month. Digital Access: Bondwell has donated desktop computers to learning centres in Naitasiri to expand digital education for vulnerable children.