The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission is seeking consultants to help review and develop a new regulatory framework for Fiji’s broadcasting industry, including the regulation of Digital Terrestrial Television services.
In an Expression of Interest notice, FCCC said it is looking to engage qualified consultants or consulting firms to carry out a comprehensive review, evaluation and development of a broadcasting regulatory framework as part of its Strategic Plan 2026–2030.
The commission said the initiative is aimed at strengthening a fair, safe and competitive marketplace that delivers greater benefits to consumers and industry stakeholders.
According to FCCC, a preliminary assessment of the broadcasting sector identified several areas requiring further review, including colocation services, OTT services and broadcasting infrastructure development and maintenance.
The commission noted that some of these services may fall within the scope of regulated telecommunications services.
FCCC said Digital Terrestrial Television services in particular require further assessment from a competition, pricing and consumer protection perspective.
Through the consultancy, FCCC aims to define Fiji’s broadcasting market, identify issues affecting the sector and establish an appropriate regulatory framework for broadcasting services.
The successful consultant will also assess Fiji’s transition from analogue to digital broadcasting and examine the regulatory implications linked to that shift.
Other key tasks include reviewing existing legislation and policies, consulting industry stakeholders, studying international best practices and developing practical pricing and regulatory tools for Digital Terrestrial Television service rates.
The consultancy will also involve preparing policy recommendations and implementation strategies for FCCC
