Corporate Court Update: The corporate manslaughter case against Raviravi Timber directors Sushila Devi and Vinay Prakash was adjourned to July 17 as the State seeks more time on pre-trial matters; both remain on bail after a workplace incident that led to the death of a six-year-old boy. Tourism Workforce: Marriott Fiji launched the iSausauvou Leadership Programme to build a local pipeline into supervisory and management roles, aiming to reduce reliance on expatriate managers amid labour shortages. Maritime Disruption Hits Trade: Taveuni businesses say inter-island shipping disruption is emptying shelves and exhausting fuel supplies; Government has now deployed a replacement vessel (LCT Saint Mary) on the Natovi–Taveuni route to keep the lifeline moving. Budget Debate: Finance Minister Esrom Immanuel defended the 2026-2027 $1b deficit, arguing it reflects difficult choices during global uncertainty and avoiding cuts to essential services; meanwhile, critics warn debt is squeezing essential spending. Civil Service Productivity: Government says it will introduce KPIs for senior civil servants, Permanent Secretaries and Ministers, alongside a review of public sector size and performance. Sugar Sector Stability: About 700 FSC workers are set to return after a breakthrough agreement with the National Union of Workers, resolving roster and back-pay issues for the 2026 crushing season. Fuel Relief and Ongoing Pressure: Fiji’s fuel prices fall for July, but Yasawa boat operators say months of high costs have already forced fare increases. Regional Unity: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale and Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka called for a stronger united Pacific voice, while reaffirming economic cooperation under the MSG trade agenda. Climate Funding: The Green Climate Fund approved $116m for Fiji’s forest landscape restoration to boost resilience and livelihoods across nine provinces.