by DevNadkarni | Jan 12, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Shane Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Westpac Fiji, recently celebrated a remarkable milestone—40 years of dedicated service with the nation’s oldest bank. Joining Westpac’s Suva branch as an 18-year-old, Smith has devoted his entire career to enhancing...
by DevNadkarni | Jan 12, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Fiji’s economy exhibited favourable growth in 2024, underpinned by robust financial indicators and sectoral performances. The Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) reported an 8.4 per cent expansion in broad money, reflecting increased liquidity and financial activity within the...
by DevNadkarni | Jan 12, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Fiji’s investment activity is showing signs of improvement, with a 25.9 increase in new investment lending in 2024, according to recent data from the Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF). This growth signals cautious optimism among businesses and investors, reflecting increased...
by DevNadkarni | Jan 12, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News
Fiji’s stock market demonstrated robust performance in 2024, reflecting a strong economic recovery and renewed investor confidence. Key indicators such as market capitalisation, trading volumes, and investor participation showed significant improvement, supported by...
by DevNadkarni | Dec 12, 2024 | 2024, Blog, News
Dear AFBC colleagues, As the newly elected President of the Australia Fiji Business Council, it is my honour and privilege to address you during this festive season. The trust you have placed in me inspires a deep commitment to strengthening the dynamic economic and...
by DevNadkarni | Dec 12, 2024 | 2024, Blog, News
The Australia Fiji Business Council’s new President is Zane Yoshida, Founder of The Calmer Co (formerly known as Fiji Kava). He was elected as the 15th President of the Council (AFBC), effective immediately, at the Council’s 38th Annual General Meeting on November 21....
by DevNadkarni | Dec 12, 2024 | 2024, Blog, News
Marine and Civil Maintenance, a leader in infrastructure rehabilitation, has been honoured for its innovative contributions to the industry at the Prime Minister’s international Business Awards in Fiji. The company’s commitment to introducing new ideas,...
by DevNadkarni | Dec 12, 2024 | 2024, Blog, News
In November 2024, Fiji celebrated the achievements of its business community with the Prime Minister’s International Business Awards (PMIBA). This prestigious event, organized by Investment Fiji, recognized businesses that have demonstrated excellence,...
by DevNadkarni | Dec 12, 2024 | 2024, Blog, News
Fiji has signed a loan and grant agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in November to enhance the country’s infrastructure and economic resilience. The agreement, valued at $199.5 million, aims to fund the replacement of critical bridges on Viti Levu,...
by DevNadkarni | Dec 12, 2024 | 2024, Blog, News
The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) announced the establishment of the Resource Owners’ Bank, aimed at empowering local resource owners by providing better access to financial services. The bank is set to be operational by mid-2025. The iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB)...
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