The Government has moved to tighten public spending in the 2026–2027 National Budget, cutting operational costs across ministries while maintaining core services and sustaining capital investment.

446,000 Fiji National Provident Fund members and DrawDown Account holders will be sharing approximately $866 million by month end.

Fiji is set to undergo one of the largest infrastructure transformations in its history, with Energy Fiji Limited progressing a $2 billion investment program to accelerate the country’s renewable energy transition.

The Government is moving ahead with an approximately $1.5 billion redevelopment of Suva Port.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reaffirmed his support for the new budget announced earlier today, despite growing criticism from the public.

Opposition Member of Parliament Premila Kumar has criticized the 2026-2027 National Budget, describing it as irresponsible and questioning the government’s decision to increase borrowing while revenue declines.

Rescuers worked through the night to save hundreds of Venezuelans trapped in rubble and find thousands ​more missing after two of the biggest earthquakes in Latin America’s modern history smashed areas in and around the capital Caracas.

The Nadi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has welcomed the 2026–27 National Budget, describing it as well-rounded and carefully thought out.

Former Supervisor of Elections Mohamed Saneem and former Attorney-General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum have welcomed the Suva High Court’s decision to acquit them, describing the ruling as a vindication of their long-held position that the case should not have been prosecuted.

New Zealand high-performance coach Barrie Jennings has praised the natural athletic ability within the Fiji Pearls squad, saying his initial assessment has left him optimistic as the team prepares for the upcoming Sydney Series.

Labasa FC head coach Alvin Chand believes his side’s home supporters could once again make the difference as the defending champions prepare to take on Ba in the first semi-final of the BiC Fiji FACT 2026 at Subrail Park tomorrow.

Health authorities across Europe were on high alert as a killer heatwave ​progressed across the continent, prompting alcohol bans in France and cracking road surfaces open in Germany.