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Itron and Fiji Water Utility Collaborate on First Smart Metering Deployment in the Fiji Islands
LIBERTY LAKE, Wash., Aug. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), which is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water, and Itron technology partner, Pacific Technologies, are working together with...

Fiji Ramps Up Efforts to Handle Abandoned Ships
(MENAFN) The Fijian government is intensifying its crackdown on abandoned ships that threaten both marine ecosystems and safe navigation in its territorial waters. Citing the growing number of hazardous derelict vessels, a broadcasting agency...

Strong Earthquake Rattles South of Fiji Islands
(MENAFN) A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.6 struck south of the Fiji Islands at 17:53 GMT on Tuesday, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). The quake originated deep underground, with its epicenter located 575 kilometers (357...

India, Fiji Seal Agreements on Health, Trade, Migration
(MENAFN) India and Fiji formalized a series of wide-ranging cooperation agreements on Monday as part of Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s official visit to New Delhi, according to a statement from India’s Ministry of External Affairs....

Fiji Beachfront Freehold Land: 168 Acres in Prime Location Ideal for Luxury Tourism Now Available
168 acres of rare freehold beachfront land, now available . On Rovodrau Bay in the heart of the Pacific Harbour region with 1.3 kilometers of white sandy beach PACIFIC HARBOUR, FIJI, July 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Bayshore Real Estate...

Vodafone Fiji Relaunches Pacific Island TopUp in Partnership with Elemt Technologies
CHESTERBROOK, PA, UNITED STATES, August 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Vodafone Fiji has officially relaunched its Pacific Island TopUp (PITU) platform, through a strategic partnership with Elemt Technologies, marking a major step forward in...

Visitor Spending Increased in August 2025 Despite Fewer Visitor Arrivals
Posted on Sep 30, 2025 in News For Immediate Release: September 30, 2025 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), there were 806,776 total visitors to the Hawaiian...

FIJI Water Celebrates Summer with New Campaign and Introduction of 700mL
LOS ANGELES, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FIJI® Water, America’s No. 1 premium imported bottled water, is celebrating summer with the debut of a new campaign spotlighting its iconic source story, the introduction of a 700mL bottle, and a...

Fiji Engages in Talks with U.S., Seeks Fairer Tariffs
(MENAFN) Fiji's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Manoa Kamikamica, announced on Monday that the government has directed senior officials to engage in technical talks with the U.S. on tariffs, aiming for a solution that benefits both...

Fiji Reveals National Housing Policy 2025-2030 to Enhance Affordable Housing Access
(MENAFN) Fiji's Ministry of Housing has officially introduced the National Housing Policy 2025-2030, with the goal of increasing access to affordable, adequate, and inclusive housing throughout the nation. The newly established policy emphasizes...

FIJI Water Joins the Fashion Trust U.S. Awards Through Exclusive Partnership and Designer Collaboration
LOS ANGELES, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tonight, FIJI® Water, America’s No. 1 premium imported bottled water, has proudly partnered with Fashion Trust U.S. to support the next generation of design talent in an unforgettable night of...


Tourism Off to a Positive Start for 2025
Posted on Feb 27, 2025 in News For Immediate Release: February 27, 2025 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), there were 792,177 visitors to the Hawaiian Islands in...

Wonderful Pistachios Brings Back Fan-Favorite Sweet Cinnamon Flavor for a Limited Time Only this Holiday Season
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wonderful® Pistachios announces the return of its fan-favorite No Shells Sweet Cinnamon flavor, available once again for a limited time this holiday season. Back by popular demand and available now...

Minister Fajon: Major powers must serve the world and its peoples, not impose their dominion
SLOVENIA, February 14 - "Slovenia continues its mission for peace, solidarity and respect for international law and the UN Charter. At a time when global security is becoming increasingly precarious, we act as a sincere mediator between the major...

Official Visit of the Prime Minister of Fiji The Honourable Sitiveni Rabuka, 21 to 23 April 2025
Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Fiji Sitiveni Rabuka will make an Official Visit to Singapore from 21 to 23 April 2025 at the invitation of Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong. This is Prime...

Vodafone Fiji and SigniFlow, Partner to Drive Digital Transformation with eSignature Solutions
Vodafone Fiji & SigniFlow simplify document signing with secure eSignatures, enhancing efficiency for businesses and government entities SUVA, FIJI, April 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a significant advancement for Fiji's digital evolution,...

SFESA AND FIJI NATIONAL FIRE AUTHORITY SIGN HISTORIC MOU TO STRENGTHEN PACIFIC EMERGENCY RESPONSE
[PRESS RELEASE 07 April 2025] – Marking a major milestone for regional cooperation and resilience, the Samoa Fire and Emergency Services Authority (SFESA) and the National Fire Authority (NFA) of Fiji have officially signed a Memorandum of...

Island Passage Exploration Closes $2.5 Million Financing and Appoints John Robins as Director
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Island Passage Exploration Limited (IPX or the “Company”) announces the closure of a $2.5 million USD financing and the appointment of John Robins, P.Geo., to its Board of Directors....

3RD REGIONAL AVIATION MINISTERS MEETING
SAMOA, March 22 - MINISTERIAL ADDRESS by the Minister of Works Transport & infrastructure Hon. Olo Afoa Fiti Vaai [22nd March 2025] Mr. Chairman, Honorable Viliame Gavoka, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism of Fiji; Honorable Deputy...