Permanent secretary warns Parliament that the Pacific is being left behind in global climate finance access.

Litia Malumunika, 34, who has lived in the area for almost eight years, said the build-up of waste was worrying.

Dr Michael questioned whether simply increasing the number of rubbish bins would solve the issue.

Ba Police Station officer-in-charge Assistant Superintendent of Police Mohammed Riyaz said collaboration was key to keeping the area safe.

Fiji plans to strengthen its negotiating position with the United States by leveraging regional partnerships under the Pacific Islands Forum, acknowledging the challenges posed by the country’s small market size and limited bargaining power.

Despite persistent rain, the group collected plastics, cans, bottles and paper waste from roadside walkways and drains, filling 12 large sacks with rubbish.