Applications for the government’s Multi-Ethnic Grant have increased fourfold in just one year, highlighting growing demand from communities across Fiji for funding to improve community facilities.

Finance Minister Esrom Immanuel has defended Fiji’s projected fiscal deficit of around 7 per cent of GDP, insisting the level of borrowing is responsible given extraordinary global and domestic economic pressures.

The 2026-27 National Budget has a clear philosophy behind it to pare back operating expenditures over time to reduce the deficit.

The Fiji Teachers Union has strongly criticised the 2026/2027 National Budget, describing it as a betrayal of workers, teachers and their families.

Justice Minister and Acting Attorney-General Siromi Turaga has dismissed criticism that the constitutional review process is a waste of time, saying the exercise remains on track and is progressing as scheduled.

The government has announced significant changes to the National Training and Productivity Centre levy distribution as part of efforts to strengthen training and upskilling of workers in the country.

Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources Filimoni Vosarogo has welcomed the Ministry’s budget allocation for the 2026-2027 financial year, saying it is close to the amount requested by the Ministry.

Minister for Employment Agni Deo Singh has welcomed the 2026-2027 National Budget, describing it as a well-balanced package that addresses the country’s current economic challenges while protecting both vulnerable families and businesses.

More than 520,000 Fijians will benefit from a major investment in water and wastewater systems, following the government’s announcement of a $291 million allocation in the 2026–2027 National Budget.

The forestry sector will receive $25.7 million in the 2026–2027 National Budget to support growth, create opportunities, and increase benefits for resource owners.

The Ministry of Commerce and Business Development has been allocated $104.8 million.

Brigadier General at Blackrock Camp in Nadi, Manoa Gadai, has welcomed the budget allocation of $152.6 million for the Republic of Fiji Military Forces.