AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoImmigration & Borders: Fiji has been allocated $14.8m to modernise passport and immigration services, including 100,000 blank passport books, upgrades to online applications, and new Advance Passenger Information/PNR screening plus a Border Management System with Australian support. Border Security Tech: At Nadi Airport, FRCS and the Australian Border Force opened new CCTV capability and a multi-purpose control room to strengthen real-time surveillance and coordination against transnational crime. Regional Development: India will support Fiji with a foot camp for 650 amputees and also back agriculture with mobile soil labs and drones, while a proposed 100-bed super-specialty hospital tender is underway. Health & Youth: Fiji says 90% of new HIV diagnoses in 2025 were among iTaukei, with young people heavily represented, as UniFiji launches an HIV prevention campaign. Anti-Corruption Courtroom: Former AG Graham Leung says he’s waiting on whether the State will appeal a High Court ruling that found the Commission of Inquiry report unlawful. Local Industry: Food Processors Fiji commissioned a $635,000 Batiri processing centre in Dreketi to cut spoilage and boost local supply chains. Governance & Compliance: Fiji’s Security Industry Act review is considering stronger drone monitoring and compliance, including tracking measures, amid privacy concerns. Sports Rewards: Commonwealth Games medalists Taniela Rainibogi ($15,000) and Jasmine Daunakamakama ($5,000) received cash incentives from Government. Infrastructure Follow-up: Public Works Minister Naisa Tuinaceva says he will follow up with the Fiji Roads Authority on the proposed Sote-Namalata bridge after daily school crossing concerns. Public Concerns: The Nakasi abattoir relocation is restricted, with Fiji Meat Industry told to reduce odour impacts instead.
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