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Fiji Cancer Society: Walk the talk on NCDs at Pink Walk events tomorrow
The Fiji Cancer Society’s (FCS)5KM Pink Walk initiatives in Lautoka and Suva tomorrow will push for the advocacy of the impacts of Non-Communicable Diseases, says Chief Executive Officer Belinda Chan. The Pink Walks in Suva and Lautoka will take...
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Visa and entry requirements for visiting Fiji
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Lonely Planet
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Fiji is an incredible island nation with the kind of stunning beaches and vibrant culture that will make you never want to leave. But first you need to arrive, and a big part of that is figuring out whether you need a visa and how to get one if...
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US Report: Fiji offers strong investment potential
Fiji continues to present a generally welcoming environment for foreign direct investment (FDI), according to the U.S. Department of State’s 2025 Investment Climate Statement released this week. The report says the Fijian Government actively...
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I’ve lived with knee pain for years — Fijian man seeks help from Chinese medical team
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Fijivillage
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I’ve lived with knee pain for years — Fijian man seeks help from Chinese medical team Many Fijians are flocking to the Vodafone Arena this week to receive free medical services provided by the crew of the Silk Road Ark, a Chinese naval hospital...
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Fiji moves to fix workforce crisis with increased scholarship
The government is taking decisive action to address Fiji’s labor market challenges, aiming to secure the country’s future workforce. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad, says that recognizing nearly 70% of the...
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FIJI RED CROSS SOCIETY | A little goes a long way
The Red Cross Ball was born out of ruin. After wars that left cities hollow and hospitals full, men and women in black coats and gowns gathered not merely to dine but to give. They gave for hospitals, for blankets, for the wounded. They gave...
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Fiji PM Rabuka outlines key outcomes from International engagements in ministerial…
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Pacific News Service
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Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka Wednesday told Parliament that Fiji’s recent international engagements are producing tangible results for healthcare, climate resilience, regional cooperation, and global diplomacy. Delivering a ministerial...
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Pacific Islands focus: health and gender inequities, climate updates, and some hope for marine biodiversity
Introduction by Croakey: In breaking news on Thursday, Papua New Guinea’s cabinet has approved a landmark defence agreement with Australia. PNG’s Prime Minister James Marape said the agreement, known as the PukPuk treaty, “will elevate the two...
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114,000 Fijians left for better employment opportunities, education, and other opportunities from Jan 2018 to Aug 2025 – Prof. Prasad
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Fijivillage
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114,000 Fijians left for better employment opportunities, education, and other opportunities from Jan 2018 to Aug 2025 – Prof. Prasad Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad. Photo: Parliament of Fiji From January...
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Med Lab Scientists says Health Minister incorrect as lab scientists are not being paid overtime since May 2025
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President of the Fiji Institute of Medical Laboratory Scientists Jignesh Sharma and Minister for Health Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu President of the Fiji Institute of Medical Laboratory Scientists, Jignesh Sharma says the Minister for Health, Doctor...
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Nine lives lost this year, $300M price tag – urgent call to end violence against women in Fiji
In the first nine months of this year, nine women in Fiji have died as a result of intimate partner violence, Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Hon. Sashi Kiran told Parliament during her ministerial statement this morning. “These...
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285 open heart surgeries, 322 angiograms at Lautoka hospital since service launch
Lautoka Hospital has successfully conducted 285 open heart surgeries since cardiac procedures were introduced in October 2022, Minister for Health Dr Atonio Lalabalavu informed Parliament in a written response. The update was in response to a...
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Study finds gaps in vaccination rates among children with disabilities in Fiji
A new study conducted by the University of Sydney in collaboration with Fiji National University has revealed that just over half of children with disabilities in parts of Fiji are fully vaccinated under the National Immunisation Programme (NIP)....
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Retention drive for medical staff
[File Photo] The Health Ministry is struggling to retain key health professionals. This covers medical, dental, lab, pharmacy and imaging professionals. Health Minister Dr Atonio Lalabalavu told Parliament that the Ministry provides salary steps,...
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Fiji modernizes workplace safety with new digital systems
[file photo] The Ministry of Employment, Productivity, and Workplace Relations is rolling out new digital systems to improve workplace safety and streamline business processes across Fiji. Minister Agni Deo Singh told Parliament yesterday that the...
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Chinese naval hospital ship in Fiji to provide free medical care
The Chinese Naval Hospital Ship Ark of Silk Road has docked in Suva for the first time, bringing free healthcare services to local communities. Medical teams on board will provide check-ups and treatments, offering hope to families who often...
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Healthy smiles begin early for children
Children at Bright Little Ones Preschool with Colgate's Dr Rabbit Children at Bright Little Ones Preschool in Suva took part in fun, hands-on oral health lessons today, encouraging them to build good hygiene habits from an early age. The visit...
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