Journalist turned communications professional at @UNCDF Pacific. Opinions are my own. RTs are not endorsements.
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Welcome, KRI dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo-991, IndonesianNavy's top hospital ship on humanitarian & diplomatic mission. Warmly received by @piotikoduaduafj who emphasised cultural & linguistic ties, noting that early Fijians may have originated from the Indonesian archipelago:
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PNG Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika on my book: “The major contention of the book for there to be a rethink of the character of the PNG judiciary should invoke much interest. Through its analysis of the various powers of the judiciary, Kama argues for a departure from narrow…1/2
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At an event yesterday, our Resident Rep @TuyaLive hailed Reserve Bank of Fiji for winning the prestigious Nestor Espenilla Jr. #FinancialInclusion #Innovation Award, describing it as a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and determination to leave no one behind
And next week?
Unruly behaviour will not be tolerated this week, Police warns
#FijiNews📰 #TeamFiji 🇫🇯#Police fijivillage.com/news/Unruly-… via @fijivillage,fijivillage
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''Equipping Pacific Islanders with the skills and knowledge to better navigate the world’s growing digital landscape will strengthen communities against cybersecurity risks, such as fraud and theft", says @askoltu in a webinar organised by @UNCDF
uncdf.org/article/8751/eu-em…
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There's just a fortnight left to submit abstracts for a conference about the #media industry in the #Pacific region in #Fiji in July hosted by @UniSouthPacific.
usp.ac.fj/2024-pacific-media…
@ShailendraBSing @anudpa @DavidRobie @jemimagar @PSC_ANU @newsroom_the @broadcasing @CainTess
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UN Resident Coordinator @DirkWagenerUN highlights the immense potential of parametric insurance for resilience and sustainable development in the region. With the support of @UNCDF, innovative financial instruments like loans, guarantees, and grants are driving prosperity and reducing poverty. Together, let's build a resilient future for all!
#ParametricInsurance #SustainableDevelopment #UNCDF #PacificRegion
Why?
#LOCALNEWS | Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) deputy director David Cohen is in the country.
It is understood that Mr Cohen will be meeting with officials during his visit.
#TimesNews #FijiNews #CIA fijitimes.com.fj/cia-deputy-…
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Pacific journos! @OCCRP is still advertising for a regional investigative reporter. If you're interested, please check this listing for instructions on how to apply: occrp.org/en/occrp-jobs/paci…
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This year’s Pacific Islands Leadership Program, co-organized by #Taiwan🇹🇼 & @EastWestCenter, has officially commenced! Conceived by the then @USAsiaPacific🇺🇸 head Kurt Campbell, the visionary project has trained 150+ people from our #Pacific allies & driven regional prosperity.
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Great day for @UniSouthPacific journalism BA graduates @SefetiSera Tikotikovatu-Sefeti and Mannishka Lal. @sschanel16 graduated with an MA in International Relations and Diplomacy.
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Hon Member of #EuropeanParliament and Chair of Foreign Affairs Committee @davidmcallister will be speaking at #USP in Suva on 1/8.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to engage with a high caliber European parliamentarian in Fiji!
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The owner of a popular 5-star floating bar and restaurant in Fiji denies claims that his staff are ill-equipped and untrained to respond to emergencies after the death of a Chinese tourist following a water-based incident earlier this month.
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Fijian authorities are investigating after Suva's Walu Bau river turned blue yesterday.
The river, which separates the city’s central business district from the industrial segment of the city, changed colour on Tuesday afternoon. (1/3)
A worrying and seemingly escalating trend:
The rising #HIV cases in #Fiji is a clear call to action & a shared responsibility. Early detection,education,sustained #ARV treatment,& well resourced health services is key. Most importantly with #community-driven approaches. More is needed NOW to avert a #Pacific #Crisis
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Deputy PM, Prof @bimanprasad, highlights the central role of consultation, open dialogue & engaging the wisdom residing outside government in formulating the 2023 National Budget, a budget he describes as "not easy to implement but very fair for all sectors of the economy."
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