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Published on 02:38 GMT

Meghan Markle's Fiji market visit cut short amid apparent security concerns

Updated October 24, 2018 13:28:49 Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, has been rushed through an indoor market in Fiji's capital over apparent concerns about the location's security. She visited the Suva Market on Wednesday with the intention of …

Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Published on Oct 23, 2018

Rinakama: 1987 Rabuka Coup Was Good For Fiji

A SODELPA candidate who was jailed for the role he played in the 2000 coup says the 1987 coup carried out by their leader was good for Fiji. Ratu Peceli Rinakama was addressing the residents of Tamavua village on Monday night as part of SODELPA’s …

Source: Fiji Sun
Published on Oct 23, 2018

Royals Prince Harry And Meghan Arrive In Fiji, First Visit Since 2006 Coup

Many spectators were smiling and waving upon the arrival of Harry and Meghan. (Reuters) Sydney: Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan touched down in Fiji on Tuesday for the first royal visit to the South Pacific nation since a military coup 12 …

Source: NDTV
Published on Oct 23, 2018

Prince Harry, Meghan arrive in Fiji

Britain’s Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan touched down in Fiji on Tuesday, for the first royal visit to the South Pacific nation since a military coup 12 years ago. Fiji was suspended from the Commonwealth for eight years until democratic elections. …

Source: Punch Newspapers
Published on Oct 23, 2018

Harry and Meghan arrive in Fiji in British royals'...

By Reuters Published: 02:28 EDT, 23 October 2018 | Updated: 02:28 EDT, 23 October 2018 By Kate Ashton SYDNEY, Oct 23 (Reuters) - Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan touched down in Fiji on Tuesday for the first royal visit to the South Pacific …

Source: Charleston Daily Mail
Published on Oct 23, 2018

Harry and Meghan arrive in Fiji in British royals' first visit since 2006 coup

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Britain’s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan touched down in Fiji on Tuesday for the first royal visit to the South Pacific nation since a military coup 12 years ago saw it suspended from the Commonwealth for eight years until democratic …

Source: Reuters
Published on Oct 23, 2018

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle arrive in Fiji for first royal visit since 2006 military coup

Britain’s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan touched down in Fiji on Tuesday for the first royal visit to the South Pacific nation since a military coup 12 years ago saw it suspended from the Commonwealth for eight years until democratic elections. Hundreds …

Source: CIHF
Published on Oct 22, 2018

FIJI: Former USP journalism head challenges graduates over role as 'election guardians'

Keynote speaker Professor David Robie (left) presents a "Te Matau a Maui" carving to USP journalism programme coordinator Dr Shailendra Singh for the student newsroom to mark the "NZ connection". Image: Jovesa Naisua/Fiji Times …

Source: Scoop
Published on Oct 16, 2018

FORUM NOT BULLIED INTO SUSPENDING FIJI, SAMOA PM SAYS

Saying Australia, New Zealand influenced his decision ‘BS’ By Tamara McLean APIA, Samoa (Samoa Observer, May 5, 2009) – Samoa’s outspoken prime minister has dismissed the suggestion that Australia and New Zealand bullied small Pacific nations into …

Source: Pacific Islands Development Program
Published on Oct 11, 2018

Fiji: The Peacekeepers

Per capita since 1970, Fiji has contributed more personnel to UN Peacekeeping missions than any other state. On the margins of the current 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly there have been a number of events focused on specific …

Source: The Diplomat Magazine
Published on Oct 11, 2018

Citizens' Constitutional Forum: Principles Of Democracy 'Yet To Be Provided In Fiji'

Factors that undermine democracy lincude limitation clauses in the 2013 Constitution, the fast-tracking of parliamentary bills, a restrictive media environment, and limits on freedom of expression and information WELLINGTON, New Zealand (Radio New Zealand …

Source: Pacific Islands Development Program
Published on Oct 11, 2018

Fiji Defence Minister: No Tolerance For Any Disturbance, Disruption

Colonel Natuva tells Parliament he will maintain law and order By Nasik Swami SUVA, Fiji (Fiji Times, Oct. 16, 2014) – Government will not tolerate any attempts to disrupt Fiji's new democracy or thwart the will of the people. That's the word from …

Source: Pacific Islands Development Program
Published on Oct 10, 2018

U.S. AMBASSADOR TO FIJI TARGETS ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS

Global warming, overfishing biggest Pacific threats SUVA, Fiji (Fijilive, Nov. 5, 2008) – The new ambassador to Fiji and other smaller Pacific island states, Steven McGann, made his first public address in Suva today, pledging to prioritize environment …

Source: Pacific Islands Development Program
Published on Oct 6, 2018

Vote2018: Narube – ‘Our Election Processes Compromise Democracy’

Savenaca Narube is party leader of Unity Fiji. He is the former Governor of the Reserve Bank of Fiji and former Permanent Secretary for Finance. The views and opinions expressed here in the article are those of Savenaca Narube and not of the Fiji Sun. At …

Source: Fiji Sun
Published on Oct 6, 2018

Youth Role Strengthened In Democracy, Good Governance

More than 25 youths were engaged in the Youth Democracy Seminar aimed to equip youths in knowing the fundamental principles of democracy and good governance. The two-day seminar at the FASANOC Conference Room earlier this week was organised by Dialogue …

Source: Fiji Sun
Published on Oct 4, 2018

Australia Welcome 2018 Fiji Election Announcement

Australia’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator Marise Payne. Australia has welcomed Government’s announcement that national elections will take place on 14 November 2018. This will be Fiji’s second national election since its return to parliamentary …

Source: Fiji Sun
Published on Oct 2, 2018

Samoa Opposition Claims Media Ban Reminiscent Of Fiji

Speaker threatened to ban media from parliament last week By Sophie Budvietas APIA, Samoa (Samoa Observer, June 27, 2013) – Tautua Party Leader Palusalue Faapo II has likened the recent threat to ban media from Samoa’s Parliament to the current media …

Source: Pacific Islands Development Program
Published on Sep 27, 2018

Fiji: The Peacekeepers

Per capita since 1970, Fiji has contributed more personnel to UN Peacekeeping missions than any other state. On the margins of the current 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly there have been a number of events focused on specific …

Source: The Diplomat Magazine
Published on Sep 24, 2018

Peace Conferences Led by the Peace-builders from Various Fields

Youth, women, religion, and media gathered to discuss their roles to bring world peace and peaceful unification of Korea in our times From 17th to 19th in September, about 2,000 of representatives from various sectors such as political leaders, faith …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 18:05 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor: Cameroon's Presidential Election Results

The United States congratulates the people of Cameroon for largely peaceful elections on October 7. We urge all parties – including the government – to respect the rule of law, resolve peacefully any disputes through established legal channels, and avoid …

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Published on October 18, 2018 - 22:07 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor: "Jailed for What?" Campaign Launch Event

As Delivered: Thank you, Ambassador Currie. (Audience shouting in background.) I think we’re getting a good demonstration of the respect for freedom of expression that exists in Cuba. This event is a kickoff for a campaign called “Jailed for What?” and …

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Published on October 17, 2018 - 17:14 GMT

Bringing Data to the Democracy and Philanthropy Discussion

New York, NY— October 17, 2018, Oct. 17, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foundation Center has launched new dashboards on its Foundation Funding for U.S. Democracy site, a nonpartisan data visualization platform featuring tens of thousands of grants, publicly …

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Published on October 14, 2018 - 04:57 GMT

Western Hemisphere: U.S. Mission to the United Nations and the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor To Launch ...

Ambassador Kelley E. Currie, U.S. Representative on the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, will deliver remarks at an event launching the campaign "Jailed for What?" about the continuing plight of Cuba’s political prisoners. Her …

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Published on October 14, 2018 - 04:46 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor: U.S. Mission to the United Nations and the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and ...

Ambassador Kelley E. Currie, U.S. Representative on the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, will deliver remarks at an event launching the campaign "Jailed for What?" about the continuing plight of Cuba’s political prisoners. Her …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on October 14, 2018 - 14:38 GMT

Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor: Deputy Secretary Sullivan's Discussion on Tolerance and Religious Freedom

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert:‎ On October 13, Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan met in Manama with representatives from various Bahraini civil and religious organizations for a discussion on tolerance and religious …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 20:39 GMT

Court Tells Georgia It Can’t Charge People to Read the Law

In a victory for the people of Georgia, a federal appeals court ruled on Friday that the state can no longer charge individuals hundreds of dollars to see the laws that govern them. To get there, the court relied on a central tenet of American democracy: …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 20:21 GMT

Court Tells Georgia It Can’t Charge People to Read the Law

In a victory for the people of Georgia, a federal appeals court ruled on Friday that the state can no longer charge individuals hundreds of dollars to see the laws that govern them. To get there, the court relied on a central tenet of American democracy: …

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Published on October 23, 2018 - 11:36 GMT

Women on the Block Goes to Singapore FinTech Week

Building on the most buzzed about diversity event of the year, Women on the Block expands globally with a powerful presence at Singapore FinTech Week. NEW YORK, NY, USA, October 23, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEW YORK, NY: Women on the Block is …

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Published on October 23, 2018 - 09:57 GMT

ChiXi Consultants – Shanghai Composite – Possible Govt. Stimulus Drives Shares Higher

The Shanghai Composite closed up 4.1%, its biggest one-day rise since March 2016. MANHATTAN, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As concerns over a trade war continue to draw investor concern, markets in China had a …

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Published on October 23, 2018 - 09:57 GMT

SCH Advisors – Asian Markets, Earnings Season in the US and Europe

SCH Advisors looks at how the week has started and what factors are going to drive the markets till the end of the month. MANHATTAN, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Asian shares edged lower on Tuesday as earnings …

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Published on October 23, 2018 - 17:16 GMT

“Doug Ford breaks his promise to the people,” community and labour groups to respond to the government’s plans to repeal ...

TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leaders of the $15 and Fairness movement, including the Ontario Federation of Labour and the Workers’ Action Centre, will be speaking at a press conference on Tuesday October 23, 2018 at 2:00 pm in the Queen’s …

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Published on October 23, 2018 - 13:23 GMT

Agency for International Development Issues Solicitation for HIV Senior Clinical Advisor

Pretoria, South Africa , Oct. 23, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Agency for International Development issued a solicitation for an HIV Senior Clinical Advisor. This opportunity has no set-asides and the response date is November 22, 2018. For assistance in …

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Published on October 23, 2018 - 11:00 GMT

Fraser Institute News Release: Alberta must cut red tape to attract investment

VANCOUVER, Oct. 23, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- If Alberta wants to attract more investment in the oil and gas sector, it must cut unnecessary red tape, finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public …

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Published on October 23, 2018 - 10:19 GMT

Biometric Registration of Displaced Population in Juba Enhances Accountability in Humanitarian Aid

Download logo The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) team in South Sudan and partners recently concluded a biometric registration exercise which resulted in a total of 32,113 displaced people living in Juba’s …

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Published on October 23, 2018 - 10:19 GMT

Minister for Africa statement on Cameroon elections

Download logo Following the recent elections in Cameroon, the Minister for Africa Harriett Baldwin said: "The UK congratulates President Paul Biya on his re-election. We remain deeply concerned about the deteriorating situation in the Anglophone …

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Published on October 23, 2018 - 10:00 GMT

Fraser Institute Media Advisory: How much do government workers in Ontario make compared to their private-sector ...

TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Wednesday, Oct. 24, the Fraser Institute will release a new study on the wage gap between government- and private-sector workers in Ontario. Comparing Government and Private-Sector Compensation in Ontario …

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Published on October 23, 2018 - 09:14 GMT

Media Advisory | October 23, 2018 Telephonic Press Briefing with Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of African ...

Download logo EVENT: Please join us on October 23, 2018 at 07:45 EDT | 13:45 SAST for a telephonic Press Briefing with Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of African Affairs, Tibor P. Nagy, Jr. Assistant Secretary Nagy will discuss U.S. policy in …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 14:46 GMT

The Hon. Catherine E. Pugh to Deliver Keynote 2018 Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce "Breakfast with The Mayor"

Baltimore Mayor to address City’s energized professional environment and inspiring collaborations between businesses and their communities BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Baltimore City Chamber of …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 20:08 GMT

Americans Willing to Spend More to Help Companies Support U.S. Troops, Survey Finds

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 22, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As America prepares for an annual celebration of active-duty military personnel, a new survey finds that most Americans believe U.S. companies have a responsibility — more than anyone besides the government — …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 19:00 GMT

Handover Ceremony of Maternity Waiting Facility in Old Kabweza Health Post

Download logo The handover ceremony of a maternity waiting facility at the Old Kabweza Health Post in Kafue District took place on Wednesday, October 11th 2018. The construction of the facility was implemented as a part of the “Maternal and Child Health …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 19:00 GMT

Cameroon's Presidential Election Results

Download logo The United States congratulates the people of Cameroon for largely peaceful elections on October 7. We urge all parties – including the government – to respect the rule of law, resolve peacefully any disputes through established legal …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 18:39 GMT

Careers Cannabis’ innovative platform makes it simple for Canadians to find cannabis jobs

Toronto, Ontario, Oct. 22, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- An innovative new platform connecting job seekers with employment opportunities in the cannabis industry is now available in Canada. Careers Cannabis is an online job search engine, making it faster for …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 17:17 GMT

U.S. Border Patrol Issues Solicitation for Armed Transportation of Seized Goods

Tucson, Ariz. , Oct. 22, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Border Patrol has a requirement for contractor support to provide secure transportation of seized goods. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside and the response date is November 5, …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 14:28 GMT

Handover ceremony of a maternity waiting facility at the Old Kabweza Health Post

Download logo The handover ceremony of a maternity waiting facility at the Old Kabweza Health Post in Kafue District took place on Wednesday, October 11th 2018. The construction of the facility was implemented as a part of the “Maternal and Child Health …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 14:28 GMT

Strategy for Norway’s efforts in the Sahel region 2018-2020

The Sahel region is facing significant security, humanitarian and development challenges. Weak state structures and porous borders have enabled Islamist terrorist groups to gain a foothold in the region. Conflicts are threatening stability in several of …

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Published on October 20, 2018 - 13:00 GMT

HILLEL PRIZE AIMS TO REFINE NATIONAL CONVERSATION

New Award Named After 1st Century Jewish Sage LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 20, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The popular Jewish website Accidental Talmudist has announced the first annual Hillel Prize for Elevating Public Discourse. …

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Published on October 19, 2018 - 21:24 GMT

GWU President Receives North Carolina’s Highest Civilian Honor

Dr. Frank Bonner Awarded The Order of the Long Leaf Pine BOILING SPRINGS, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES, October 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a surprise presentation at Gardner-Webb University on Oct. 19, GWU President Dr. Frank Bonner was …

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Mauritius – International Conference on Research in Social Science & Humanities (ICRSSH), 14-15 Dec 2018

Date: 14-Dec-18 to 15-Dec-18

Location: Port Louis / Mauritius

Conference Name: Mauritius – International Conference on Research in Social Science & Humanities (ICRSSH), 14-15 Dec 2018 Conference Dates: 14-15 December 2018 Conference Venue: Voilà Bagatelle Hotel, Mauritius Deadline for Abstract/Paper Submissions: 13 December 2018 Contact E-Mail ID: sshra@eurasiaresearch.org Organising Scholarly Association: Social Science & Humanities Research Association (SSHRA) SSHRA President: Associate Prof. Marek Matejun, Department of Management, Faculty of Organization and Management, Lodz University of Technology, Poland Conference Language: English Conference Themes: Social Sciences & Humanities Local Coordinator: Hoshila Ramnial; Phone: (+230) 59167594 (Vernacular Session, e.g., European Languages, Persian, Bahasa, ...

2nd Dubai – International Conference on Research in Social Science & Humanities (ICRSSH), 23-24 Dec 2018

Date: 23-Dec-18 to 24-Dec-18

Location: Dubai / United Arab Emirates

Conference Name: 2nd Dubai – International Conference on Research in Social Science & Humanities (ICRSSH), 23-24 Dec 2018 Registration: https://eurasiaresearch.org/conference/dubai-icrssh-23-24-dec-2018~registration-and-payment Conference Dates: 23 December – 24 December, 2018 Conference Venue: Flora Grand Hotel, Near Al Rigga Metro Station, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Deadline for Abstract/Paper Submissions: 22 December, 2018 Contact E-Mail ID: sshra@eurasiaresearch.org Organising Scholarly Association: Social Science & Humanities Research Association (SSHRA) SSHRA President: Associate Prof. Marek Matejun, Department of Management, Faculty of Organization and Management, Lodz University of Technology, Poland Conference Language: English ...

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