Last week we looked at the need to stimulate investments in infrastructure that in turn would rapidly progress investments in agriculture, business process outsourcing (BPO), information communication technology (ICT), construction, manufacturing and further progress tourism, as well as the SME sector that has the fastest potential to drive economic growth.
While more than 75% of tourism businesses in Fiji are owned by Fijian nationals, there is an urgent need to encourage more private investments to drive a faster economic development uptake, and for this shorter-term impact; support for SME businesses and further tourism growth can drive a quicker turnaround.
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Legal Opinion on Wage Increase, Union Negotiation and ERP
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FHTA Applauds Vanua Levu Development
The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA) welcomes the news that Cabinet has approved the institutional mechanism for the Tourism Development Programme in Vanua Levu. This programme, which aims to
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Investment Perspectives
As Fiji continues to grapple with the issue of sustainability, the importance of recycling has become an increasing part of achieving this, but just as clearly, our efforts need to be part of an ongoing series of collective actions to determine exactly how we Keep Fiji Beautiful.
Despite the efforts of individuals and organizations to promote recycling, there is a critical aspect of this issue that is often overlooked: the readiness for recycling when there is a far more urgent issue at stake for many of our citizens – waste collection.
VACANCY – Accounts Officer Wanted
Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to join a leading industry body in Fiji? Look no further! The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA) is currently seeking an Accounts Officer
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Local Ownership in Tourism
As Fiji continues to grapple with the issue of sustainability, the importance of recycling has become an increasing part of achieving this, but just as clearly, our efforts need to be part of an ongoing series of collective actions to determine exactly how we Keep Fiji Beautiful.
Despite the efforts of individuals and organizations to promote recycling, there is a critical aspect of this issue that is often overlooked: the readiness for recycling when there is a far more urgent issue at stake for many of our citizens – waste collection.
InterContinental Fiji Launches New Recycling Initiative
4th April 2023 (Natadola, Fiji): InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa has partnered with Mission Pacific, a PET bottle and aluminium can ‘recovery / recycle’ program that is operated by
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Trashing & Treasure
As Fiji continues to grapple with the issue of sustainability, the importance of recycling has become an increasing part of achieving this, but just as clearly, our efforts need to be part of an ongoing series of collective actions to determine exactly how we Keep Fiji Beautiful.
Despite the efforts of individuals and organizations to promote recycling, there is a critical aspect of this issue that is often overlooked: the readiness for recycling when there is a far more urgent issue at stake for many of our citizens – waste collection.
IHG Fiji Invites World to Celebrate Earth Hour
IHG Fiji hotels celebrated Earth Hour, by building on the core theme of Earth Hour – a clean-up initiative, a ‘Greener Stay’ opt-in and inviting guests to turn off the
Fiji Marriott Goes Dark for Earth Hour
NADI, FIJI – 29 March 2023 – Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay actively participated in Earth Hour on Saturday, 25th March 23, by joining in solidarity with millions of people
FHTA Sustainable Tourism: The Duavata Collective: Small and Medium Enterprises Unite for Sustainable Tourism in Fiji
FHTA, 18 March 2023 – .As one walks along the many miles of beaches around our islands, one cannot help but notice the stark contrast between the turquoise water and
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Our Trash Destroying Our Treasure
As Fiji continues to grapple with the issue of sustainability, the importance of recycling has become an increasing part of achieving this, but just as clearly, our efforts need to be part of an ongoing series of collective actions to determine exactly how we Keep Fiji Beautiful.
Despite the efforts of individuals and organizations to promote recycling, there is a critical aspect of this issue that is often overlooked: the readiness for recycling when there is a far more urgent issue at stake for many of our citizens – waste collection.
No Jab No Job Revocation
FHTA 17 March 2023 – The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA) has welcomed the recent announcement made by the Government to lift the ‘No Jab No Job’ policy that
FHTA Joins Global Recycling Day 2023
FHTA 17 March 2023 – The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association actively participated in the Global Recycling Day 2023 held at the Sheraton Fiji Golf and Beach Resort. The event
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Getting Ready to Get Busy
As we move into mid-March and prepare for the upward swing in demand; license
and permit renewals have been completed, staff training, upskilling and onboarding
are in full swing, marketing and packaging efforts are being fine-tuned, supplies have
been ordered earlier than usual to try and outwit the dreaded Port of Auckland
supply-chain bottleneck, and preparations are being completed to ensure the
industry is ready for the first real bump up in numbers that usually takes place over
Easter.
With forward bookings already looking strong, we are hoping that everyone,
including our critical SMEs, will be getting ready for the long uphill run to the high
season.
IHG Hotels Phase Out Single-Use Plastic Bathroom Amenities
16th March 2023 (Natadola, Fiji): IHG® Hotels & Resorts in Fiji, which includes InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Grand Pacific Hotel, and Holiday Inn Suva, have successfully phased out
Radisson Blu Resort Fiji celebrates IWD 2023
The staff and guests of Radisson Blu Resort Fiji jointly celebrated International Women’s Day and commemorated the achievements of its team. The Resort always recognizes International Women’s Day as a
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Why Her & Achieving SDG 5
International Women’s Day 2023 is marked by the theme of “Embrace equity.”
This year’s theme calls for a collective effort towards creating a society where everyone, regardless of gender, has access to equal opportunities and resources.
The theme of “Embrace equity” is a reminder that although progress has been made towards gender equality, there is still a long way to go.
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Acknowledging the Journey and the Destination
FHTA, 03 March 2023 – Fiji’s tourism industry has long been acknowledged as a dominant pillar of the country’s economy, providing jobs and much-needed revenue spreading further than most industries
Westpac Donation Helps Oncology Ward
2 March 2023: The Oncology Ward at the Colonial War Memorial Hospital (CWM) has received a donation worth $4,000 from the Westpac Fiji team – via the Suva Cancer Survivors