AI & Culture Rights: Fiji Performing Rights Association (FIPRA) is cracking down on YouTube channels using AI to remake or imitate Fijian songs without permission, warning creators to remove content or face enforcement. Digital Skills for the Pacific: Fiji National University (FNU) says it contributed Pacific knowledge to UNESCO’s practical AI guide for TVET, pushing for graduates who are adaptable and responsible. Economy Beyond Tourism: Fiji-Australia business leaders in Suva urged investment that creates jobs, skills and local capacity, highlighting renewable energy, digital services, agro-processing, fisheries and maritime work. Trusted Digital Environment: Deputy PM Manoa Kamikamica told NCIT 2026 that cybersecurity, data protection and digital trust are now as essential as roads and power for business growth. Renewable Energy Training: USP opened a Sustainable Energy Training Centre to build industry-ready skills across the Pacific, with a strong focus on solar. Environment Watch (Qawa River): Fisheries Minister Alitia Bainivalu says Qawa River pollution must be investigated properly before blaming any company; FSC denies wastewater discharge and says monitoring is ongoing. Invasive Species Control: Fiji’s agriculture ministry is researching two contained biological control agents against the invasive African tulip tree, with no field release yet. Water Costs in Taveuni: A resident says he was charged about $792 for 20,000 litres while earlier charges were far lower, as supply issues continue. Export Outlook: A Pacific Islands Export Survey finds 72% of Fijian exporters expect revenue growth, but 67% struggle to access finance.