The Fiji Islands government regards the South Pacific Games as an opportunity to prove to investors that it is an advantageous location for business but how robust is it?

In the middle of Suva, the hot and bustling capital city of the Fiji Islands, there is a large digital clock, counting down the number of days until the start of the South Pacific Games. Athletes from 22 countries in the Pacific will compete at the games at the end of June. Big sporting events always bring an air of promise to a country and the atmosphere in Fiji is one of optimism.