Fuel Relief Watch: Fiji’s Competition and Consumer Commission pricing uses a two-month lag, so any global fuel price drops after the US-Iran deal may take 1–2 months to reach pumps, with possible timing around the National Budget. Sugar Industry Support: Government announced a $5m fuel subsidy for cane harvesting and cartage, targeting diesel at $2 per litre from June 20 to Aug 31 to cushion crushing-season cost pressure. Public Health Reform: The Fiji Medical Association backs updates to public health laws but warns Parliament must keep medical oversight and clinical safeguards central, not shift powers to environmental health officers. Data for Resilience: USP economist Mahendra Reddy urged a national digital household/business/farm identifier system under the Statistics Bill to speed disaster response and social protection. Agriculture Research Push: Koronivia’s Shalendra Prasad called for more investment in research to boost productivity and protect Fiji’s economy from future shocks. Regional Security & Crime: Pacific experts at the Pacific Peace and Security Dialogue urged coordinated action against transnational crime and drug trafficking, stressing community-level early warning. Fiji Business Governance: Fijian Holdings appointed Vodafone Fiji CEO Elenoa Biukoto to its board, strengthening corporate governance as it pursues long-term growth. Labour & Wages: Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation says any move toward a living wage must be assessed against current wage systems and consultation gaps before Budget changes. Women in Food Markets: A new Idea2Market regenerative bioeconomy initiative will coach women entrepreneurs in Fiji and Samoa to turn local food traditions into premium products for hospitality and retail. Traditional Titles Progress: iTaukei Affairs Minister Ifereimi Vasu says 539 traditional titles in Ra are filled (about 81% completion), supported by key iTaukei institutions. Tougher EU Tuna Rules: Pacific exporters are training for EU tuna freezing requirements, with temperature control now critical to keep access to the world’s biggest tuna market.