AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWeather & Safety: Fiji Meteorological Service issued a Strong Wind Alert for Yasawa, parts of Rakiraki/Sigatoka, Lau/Lomaiviti, Taveuni, Kadavu, and southern Bua—winds up to 25 knots at sea and gusts near 55 km/h on land, with rough seas and cooler conditions from Wednesday. Digital Skills: Vodafone Fiji and NiuPay say digital literacy is the missing link for wider adoption, as trust and confidence in online services still lag. Education Access: Namalata MP Ilaitia Savai urges urgent road, bridge and water upgrades after flooding blocks about 20 students from reaching school. Health Workforce Protection: Fiji’s 2026–2031 health plan is criticised for not clearly protecting health workers; officials say the plan will be reviewed. Engineering Regulation: Engineers Fiji warns the Engineers Registration Act 1976 hasn’t been enforced, pushing for better control of who can practise. Jobs & Tech Retail: Nadi Chamber backs Damodar’s $80m Damodar City, citing nearly 680 jobs and new tech/fashion outlets. Science & Environment: Curtin-led DNA work confirms Fiji and Western Australia oysters are distinct species; separate research finds microplastics in deep-sea hydrothermal vent animals. UN Peacekeeping: UN praises Fiji’s Black Rock Camp training quality while Rabuka presses for outstanding peacekeeping reimbursements.
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