RFMF & Elections: Fiji’s military leadership moved to calm election fears, with RFMF Commander Major-General Jone Kalouniwai saying the force will stay neutral and not interfere in the next General Election, while the Constitutional Offices Commission has offered him an extension to his term. Anti-Corruption Reform: The Fiji Law Society has urged a constitutional overhaul of FICAC, arguing it should be abolished or stripped of prosecutorial powers and that prosecution guidelines must be clearer to protect fairness and independence. Regional Diplomacy: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale arrived in Suva for PIF Troika talks, calling for stronger Melanesian cooperation and a unified Pacific voice alongside Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka. Police Capacity: Fiji Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu announced plans to set up a dedicated peacekeeping training centre this year to prepare officers for overseas deployments. PALM Scheme Fallout: Government warned around 400 Fijian PALM workers who left jobs without authorisation could harm future overseas employment opportunities. Maritime Security: Fiji and the US ran a six-day “Ship Rider” patrol, boarding 32 vessels and recovering suspected drugs in the Lau region. Climate & Forests: The Green Climate Fund approved $52.5m for Fiji’s forest landscape restoration to boost food security and resilience. Sugar Crisis: Fiji Sugar Corporation denied workers were locked out, but disputes over crushing rosters and contracts have disrupted Labasa operations and delayed harvesting. Cost of Living: Fuel and LPG prices eased slightly from today, offering modest relief as businesses and households remain under pressure. Women in Uniform: Fiji completed a gender barrier assessment across both military and police forces, aimed at shaping training and promotion pathways.