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france24.comfinance7 days ago
Fiji Rejects Australian Waste-to-Energy Proposal Citing Scale and Health Risks
The Fijian government turned down a proposal to import and burn non-recyclable rubbish from Australia, citing health, environmental and tourism risks.
rnz.co.nzworld24 days ago
Israel to Open Resident Embassy in Fiji This Weekend
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar will inaugurate Israel’s new embassy in Suva. The move follows Fiji’s opening of an embassy in Jerusalem last year.
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bbc.comscience58 days ago
Fijian Farmers Use Traditional Signs to Predict Cyclones
Farmers in Fiji observe natural indicators such as yam vines and bee behavior to anticipate cyclones during the hurricane season from November to April. The Fijian Meteorological Service announced in 2024 that it would integrate this traditional knowledge with scientific forecast…
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Fiji Villagers Oppose Australian Billionaire's Waste-to-Energy Plan
Villagers in Fiji have rejected a proposal by an Australian billionaire to burn rubbish for energy production. They described the plan as 'waste colonialism' and expressed concerns it could harm local beaches. A representative from the nation echoed these sentiments at the UN.
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