More than 300 applications for the MSME and Community-Based Tourism Support Programme were received from local businesses, women-led enterprises, and community-based tourism operators.

“Every kilowatt-hour saved helps reduce fuel usage, lowers electricity costs, and strengthens Fiji’s energy security,” Mr Gibson said.

Aman Lal’s years of sacrifice and long nights fixing resort IT systems have earned him top recognition at the Kimaya Fiji staff awards.

Tour Managers Fiji was also named Fiji’s Leading Tour Operator and recently ranked among the top 10 per cent of tour operators worldwide for customer experience.

Mr Wright said he was excited to join Marriott International Fiji Resorts and contribute to one of the South Pacific’s leading resort destinations.

Investment requiring close to $200m with assistance to be sought from the World Bank or IMF