The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade will get $56.6 million in the 2026–2027 National Budget, an increase of 11% from the current financial year’s $51 million.

The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation says the 2026-2027 National Budget provides much-needed relief for businesses coping with rising costs and the ongoing fuel crisis.

The Government has reinforced its commitment to strengthening Fiji’s justice and accountability systems, with increased funding for key independent institutions announced in the 2026–2027 National Budget.

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces will receive a reduced allocation in the 2026-2027 financial year, with its budget cut by 9.1 percent.

The Fiji Police Force will operate with a reduced budget in the 2026-2027 financial year, despite earlier calls for increased funding to address growing security challenges.

The Land Transport Authority will receive a reduced allocation in the 2026 2027 financial year, with the Government prioritising digital transformation and improved transport services.

The Government says strengthening early childhood education remains central to building a stronger education system, with increased investment aimed at giving children the best possible start in life.

Major infrastructure projects will receive a funding boost in the new financial year, with the Ministry of Public Works, Meteorological Services and Transport allocated $821 million in the 2026-2027 National Budget.

Protecting migrant workers from exploitation and human trafficking remains a key priority for the Immigration Ministry, despite a reduction in its 2026-2027 Budget allocation.

The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association says the tourism industry did not propose, endorse, or broadly agree to the Government’s new five percent Tourism Services Tax announced in the 2026–2027 National Budget.

Fiji Airways has welcomed the support announced by the Fijian Government in the 2026–2027 National Budget.

A Nadi resident is hopeful that increased Budget funding will help address long-standing infrastructure and service challenges in rural communities across Fiji.