Aviation & Tourism: Fiji Airways says changes to in-flight food are tied to the global aviation fuel crisis and broader cost-efficiency moves, aiming to protect its network and tourism links. Real Estate & Regional Growth: Rabuka-backed $25m Racecourse Hotels and Apartments in Ba is set to create jobs and sports-focused accommodation, boosting Ba’s growth and retaining local talent. Land & Investment Dispute: The Vatulele Island Resort lease fight escalates as the leaseholder rejects landowners’ push to terminate the lease and return the land, citing delays from Cyclone Winston and COVID-19. Shipping & Jobs: Government plans to buy additional vessels to ease inter-island shipping disruptions, dry-docking delays and crew shortages, while also working on new Japan-assisted options. Finance Integrity: Fiji FIU flags money laundering risk as “high,” warning banks and key sectors to strengthen controls, including around citizenship-by-investment entry attempts. Telecom Coverage: Vodafone Fiji says it’s monitoring and upgrading Taveuni connectivity and building a new tower in Qila. Regional Strategy: Fiji reaffirms an independent foreign policy while deepening defence cooperation with China, and New Zealand renews the Duavata partnership to 2030. Social Policy: Rabuka opens a new drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility in Suva to support recovery and long-term wellbeing.