The Coalition government states that the economy is in a recovery mode and is therefore positioned to rebuild its fiscal buffers through a strategically crafted fiscal consolidation plan.

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is currently rolling out a five-year program worth $70 million, in twelve Pacific island countries, including Fiji.

Trade Minister Manoa Kamikamica outlines their ministry’s focus on promoting investment as their primary national budget submission, signalling a strong commitment to bolstering the country’s economy.

All eyes will be on the 2023–2024 national budget announcement, as the government will need to find a way to address Fiji’s fiscal crisis.

Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission Chief Executive, Joel Abraham says there’s always going to be an issue of scarcity as there will not be enough revenue for what the government wants to do.

There is a lot of expectation in the air as the 2023–24 National Budget will be announced by Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad at 10 this morning.

The International Monetary Fund believes boosting business confidence can also help jumpstart numerous private investment projects in Fiji that are already planned and financed.

The Ministry of Health has recorded 17 new cases of COVID-19.

St. Giles Hospital and Tamavua Twomey Hospital are in dire need of renovations and reconstruction work to be able to meet the growing demand for mental health and rehabilitation services respectively.

The Land Transport Authority is reviewing and strengthening the vehicle inspection process for buses.

The International Monetary Fund suggests that addressing the implementation challenges of Fiji’s climate plans will require increased efforts and financing.

Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka has stressed that the primary objective of the 2023-24 National Budget is to address the problems and challenges we face as a nation.