The government is assessing the recent electricity tariff increase announced by the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission.

The Fiji Competition and Consumer Commission has launched public awareness sessions nationwide to enhance understanding of the recent electricity tariff revision.

Businesses in Suva and Nadi are expressing concern over the new electricity tariff announced by Energy Fiji Limited last week.

Some members of government have expressed dissatisfaction with the recent increase in electricity tariffs.

The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission has defended its decision to approve a new electricity tariff, saying it acted within its legal mandate despite Energy Fiji Limited’s original application being rejected last year.

The government is confident that planned tax cuts and wage increases will boost household spending and help support national revenue in the 2025/26 financial year.

Parliament has passed the 2025–2026 National Budget following a robust debate, approving a total appropriation of $4.25 billion for the upcoming financial year ending 31 July 2026.

The government has announced a major investment of $284 million in the upcoming budget to revamp the country’s water and wastewater infrastructure, addressing decades of neglect and critical challenges in the sector.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has announced that approximately $15 million has been allocated for the formalization of six informal settlements in Tavela, Tore, Field 40, Valequyaya, Sakoca, and Vunika.

A joint enforcement task force has been set up to monitor prices closely on the ground to ensure the benefits of tax reductions are passed to people.

The government has announced a new record sugarcane price of $105 per tonne for farmers.

Opposition Member of Parliament Premila Kumar says the government is offering a “feel-good” budget filled with announcements.