AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoKava Industry: Farmers and vendors say they had little notice of consultations on the proposed Kava Bill, which would introduce licensing and registration requirements. The rules could reshape how yaqona businesses operate. Tourism and Environment: Plastic waste found along Fiji’s coast is raising concern for tourism, which depends on clean beaches and healthy marine ecosystems. Better collection and recycling services are needed alongside awareness campaigns. Insurance: Fiji’s insurance brokers’ association has relaunched after more than a decade inactive. Its new president wants a review of the ageing Insurance Act and more insurance education, noting that only about one in 10 people has cover. Local Enterprise: A former resort worker has started a family watersports business in Lautoka, bringing activities usually aimed at tourists to local customers. Energy Savings: Solar installations planned for Labasa Handicraft Market, Savusavu Market and Savusavu Hospital are expected to save close to FJ$50,000 in electricity costs in their first year.
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