AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFood and Farming: El Niño is cutting the quantity and quality of produce reaching Labasa Market, pushing up prices and squeezing vendors’ incomes. Water restrictions are also disrupting farms. Sugar: Labasa mill has ended its season after crushing 469,263 tonnes of cane and producing 51,251 tonnes of sugar; final figures may change as remaining cane is processed. Energy: A battery storage system installed on Yasawa i Rara is expected to improve power reliability for up to 64 households and a fish cold-storage facility, while reducing diesel use. Tourism Investment: Marriott has signed an agreement to bring a JW Marriott resort to Fiji, with opening planned for 2027. Film Industry: Government says it has cut outstanding film-rebate debt from $200 million to $6 million and saved a further $22 million through settlements; productions generated $96.2 million in direct spending and supported about 1,200 local jobs in 2025. Digital Economy: Fiji ranks 12th among 56 Commonwealth countries for youth AI readiness, with AI projected to add up to US$90 million to GDP over a decade.
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