AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDrug & Rights Accountability: Human rights groups are again calling to dismantle Fiji’s joint police-military drugs taskforce after allegations of brutality, while the government says it does not support the move; meanwhile, the military says it has interviewed 60+ witnesses in the Jone Vakarisi death probe and police classify the case as murder, with no charges yet. Weather & School Disruption: Severe weather has led to nationwide school closures, with work-from-home orders for non-essential staff and parents urged to keep children safe; some divisions are set to reopen once assessments are complete. Election Timing: Fiji’s Electoral Commission says the earliest writ date is June 24, and the Acting A-G rejects social media claims that fuel prices or global events could delay the General Election. Tourism Fiji Scrutiny: Parliament’s Economic Affairs committee raises concerns over delayed reporting and oversight of public funds at Tourism Fiji, including issues around board sign-offs. Security & Policing Focus: The policing ministry defends the military’s role in drug crackdowns and warns organised crime networks remain a major threat through Fiji’s maritime routes. Leadership Appointments: Fiji Airports appoints Siteri Goneyali Logavatu as first female Nausori Airport manager and Usaia Kurutuba for the outer islands network. International Move: Fiji welcomes the US-Iran agreement, saying it could ease fuel costs and reduce tensions.
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