AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoParliament & Finance: MPs grilled Fiji’s Financial Intelligence Unit after hearing an enforcement “disconnect”: while 6.14m transaction reports and 287 intelligence products were produced in 2024, lawmakers said they can’t track how many cases led to investigations, prosecutions, convictions or asset recovery—tax crimes were flagged as dominating value. Tax Fairness: Separate debate raised concerns over $184.6m in tax penalties waived or written off by Fiji Revenue and Customs, with MPs questioning transparency and whether compliance is becoming “optional.” Justice & Police Procedures: A High Court meth trial heard claims of communication failures and unclear procedures inside the Counter-Narcotics Bureau, with defence alleging confusion over consignment details. Maritime Security: Fiji and Australia are stepping up defence collaboration using advanced maritime surveillance to target drugs, illegal fishing and transnational crime. Climate & Media Accountability: Pacific editors adopted a Savusavu “loss and damage” media declaration calling for timely access to climate information and stronger government/regional agency accountability. Education Policy: Cabinet endorsed a 10-year Education Sector Strategic Plan (2025/26–2034/35) to improve teaching, access and governance.
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