Israel-Fiji Diplomacy: Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar opened Israel’s new Suva embassy with PM Sitiveni Rabuka calling it a “golden era,” signing national security cooperation and diplomatic training agreements as critics also plan protests. Quad Geopolitics: The Quad’s focus shifted from China to maritime security and energy stability, with Rubio urging deeper cooperation on energy and resilient supply chains. Constitution Review: In Navua and Serua consultations, submissions pushed for constitutional changes including restoring Fiji’s Senate, protecting iTaukei identity in the Constitution, and reconsidering State ownership of minerals. Public Health Law: Fiji’s Public Health Amendment Bill would remove a near-century village enforcement exemption, aiming faster outbreak response and modernised powers. Fuel and Cost of Living Politics: Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu attacked government handling of fuel relief and urged VAT cuts on fuel amid rising prices. Courts and Rights: A High Court case raised interpreter access issues for a Hungarian drug accused, while MP Marau’s conversion case was adjourned over medical status. Health and Development: Satellite training helps ministries monitor land changes; schools are urged to lead the fight against NCDs; youth climate talanoa sessions gear up for COP31. Trade and Standards: Fiji moves to strengthen standards development for market access, while export plans stress consistent local supply. Local Governance and Services: Villages may lose public health exemptions; teachers’ union seeks higher rural transport assistance; aviation upgrades target Labasa remote monitoring.