Indo-Pacific Diplomacy: Quad foreign ministers (India, US, Australia, Japan) met in Manila, reaffirming a free and open Indo-Pacific and ASEAN centrality as regional tensions with China stay in focus. Climate Prep & Finance: Fiji’s Lynda Tabuya held bilateral talks with Australia’s Chris Bowen and Pacific COP31 envoys ahead of the Nadi Pre-COP and Third Climate Ministerial, pushing a united Pacific agenda for COP31. Sugar Supply Crunch: Labour shortages at Lautoka Sugar Mill are cutting cane deliveries to about 2,500 tonnes/day (well below needs), with only 28% of harvesting gangs active—adding pressure to Fiji’s sugar situation. Scams & Online Safety: Fiji’s Online Safety Commission welcomed Meta’s crackdown on fake accounts and sextortion, while the Consumer Council urged stronger “national defence” systems beyond awareness. Consumer Protection: FCCC warned businesses against greenwashing claims, saying “eco-friendly” marketing must be accurate and verifiable. Business & Trade Security: A Suva wharf vehicle importer (Jason Auto & More) is seeking police investigation after four imported cars arrived with deliberate scratches. Public Infrastructure: Suva’s Ratu Sukuna Road and Extension Street link were launched with a reduced budget and safety-first upgrades. Entrepreneurship: BSP Fiji THRIVE passed 200 entrepreneur graduates, with the latest cohort in Sigatoka. Governance & Accountability: FICAC discontinued its criminal case against former DPP Christopher Pryde after he evaded service.