New center to combat transnational crime

Fiji has launched the Pacific Center for Border Management and Security in Nadi to combat transnational crime, human trafficking, irregular migration, and illicit trade. Deputy Prime Minister Viliame Gavoka highlights the center’s role in strengthening national security and supporting the government’s development goals. “By providing specialized education and training, we are building a sustainable, well-prepared […]

Fiji the transit point of crime, says Gavoka

fijisun.com.fj - 17/Feb 19:20

“Transnational crime, human trafficking, irregular migration, and the movement of illicit goods are just some of the issues that demand our...

Government focuses on tourism expansion

fbcnews.com.fj - 09/Feb 04:32

The government is committed to supporting the growth and sustainability of our tourism industry. Speaking during the Fiji Excellence in Tourism Awards...

DPM Gavoka highlights Fiji’s tourism growth

fbcnews.com.fj - 08/Feb 19:40

Fiji welcomed 98,978 visitors by air in 2024, marking a 5 percent increase from the previous year. Speaking during the Fiji Excellence in Tourism...

Feds list seven criminal groups as terrorist entities to fight fentanyl trafficking

ottawa.citynews.ca - 17:08

OTTAWA — Seven transnational criminal organizations are being listed as terrorist entities under the Criminal Code to fight fentanyl trafficking,...

Navy Commander sets leadership and culture goals

fbcnews.com.fj - 10/Feb 22:05

The Fiji Navy’s focus for the year is on strengthening internal processes and procedures. New Navy Commander Captain Timoci Natuva has pointed...

Frozen US aid hits the Amazon forest

timberbiz.com.au - 23:54

Peruvian Indigenous leader Francisco Hernández Cayetano travelled hundreds of miles along the Amazon River basin this month to tell communities...

World Bank trains Pacific health leaders

fbcnews.com.fj - 18/Feb 00:16

The World Bank is conducting specialized training in Nadi to help Pacific health and finance leaders improve healthcare investments. The two-day...

Follow the money trail to disrupt criminal activities

fbcnews.com.fj - 10/Feb 00:44

Attorney General Graham Leung told law enforcement agencies from the region attending the Pacific Islands Law Officers Conference in Nadi to follow...