The government has defended securing additional financing through the Asian Development Bank, stating it is necessary to protect Fiji’s economy during ongoing global economic uncertainty.

Australia’s additional AUD$30 million (about $47 million) in budget support is helping shield citizens from rising fuel prices and the cost of living.

Heavy qualification requirements set by development partners in procurement bidding are making it difficult for local practitioners in the Pacific to secure major infrastructure contracts.

The Fiji Trades Union Congress claims the Fiji National Provident Fund’s interest distribution policy unfairly benefits wealthy members while ordinary workers receive very little in return.

Businesses are warning that rising operational costs could eventually be passed on to consumers if global pressures continue.

There is a significant rise in investor interest, with the country’s investment pipeline growing to $8.8 billion across 254 active projects in multiple sectors.

Pacific nations are facing mounting pressure to protect essential public services as soaring global fuel prices continue to strain already vulnerable economies.

Crop farmers can soon expect an insurance scheme dedicated to protecting them from the escalating impact of climate change and natural disasters.

Opposition MP Premila Kumar is calling for more public awareness on the roles and services of the Fiji Public Trustee Corporation Limited.

Despite Pacific leaders placing growing emphasis on long-term, value-for-money procurement approaches for infrastructure development, a disconnect between policy and practice on the ground is emerging as a key challenge for the region.

Fiji is strengthening airline partnerships and expanding global aviation networks to improve connectivity with European markets following its participation at the 2026 Internationale Tourismus-Börse (ITB) Berlin tourism trade show.

Complete removal of fuel duty across the board would result in a revenue loss of more than $150 million.