AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHealth & Safety: Cabinet endorsed a National Asbestos Profile and tougher asbestos safeguards, including training for OHS inspectors and a pilot using handheld asbestos detection devices. Health Infrastructure: Government will pursue a staged redevelopment of Colonial War Memorial (CWM) Hospital after the Valelevu tertiary hospital plan was costed at about $5.35b, to keep services running while upgrading key facilities. Disaster Readiness: NDMO is pushing for bigger international climate financing as communities face rising seas, damaged infrastructure and repeated disasters. Water Security: As dry conditions worsen in the Western Division, the Government is deploying water tanks, mobilising emergency resources and reallocating funding via WAF and NDMO. Energy Transition: Energy Fiji Limited faced questions over fuel costs and consumer deposit reporting; EFL says fuel is ~52% of revenue now, targeting lower shares as renewables expand, while it also weighs agro-solar options and solar land/tariff constraints. Climate Implementation: Fiji was selected for the BRIDGE initiative to turn climate pledges into funded projects, with a focus on renewable power access for rural Kadavu. Business & Finance: SPBD opened a new Korovou branch to boost financial and business support for women. Agriculture: India donated 12 drones to Fiji Sugar Corporation to introduce drone spraying technology and train local operators. Sports & Economy: Fiji’s Bula Boys face PNG in the MSG Prime Minister’s Cup as they chase their first win, with implications for tournament momentum and local interest.
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