Vuvale Treaty Scrutiny: Fiji’s Vuvale Treaty and Ocean of Peace Alliance talks faced fresh questions in Parliament over public consultation and what the deal really means for ordinary travellers, with officials saying Fiji didn’t go out to the public and that any “mobility” focus is first about identity and border management—not visa-free entry. Constitution Review Participation Row: Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu is being challenged by Minister Filimoni Vosarogo over claims of low public participation, with Vosarogo saying Seruiratu had an opportunity to submit but didn’t. Education Fallout: Teachers’ pay disruptions and contract paperwork delays are sparking anger, while UniFiji students are demanding answers over how fees are used and whether conflicts of interest exist. Online Safety & Privacy: The Online Safety Commission reported 960 complaints this year, mostly cyberbullying, and Fiji’s treaty review also raised data privacy concerns as government says a data protection framework is being developed. RBF Foreign Exchange Warning: The Reserve Bank of Fiji warns the public that unlicensed foreign exchange activity is a criminal offence and urges transactions only with licensed dealers. Climate Cost to Pacific Food: Pacific leaders heard that going beyond 1.5°C could hit tuna access fees, coastal fisheries and household food security, with Tuvalu facing worsening flood risks. Youth & Livelihoods: Youth and Sports Minister Jese Saukuru urged trainees to turn skills into jobs and businesses, announcing Youth Grant applications opening soon. Health Alert: Rheumatic heart disease is linked to a shorter lifespan, with calls for earlier screening and treatment. Regional Diplomacy: Fiji’s foreign affairs chief says Pacific countries must coordinate better to strengthen trade and regional action ahead of COP31.