Fiji’s economic growth outlook for this year has been downgraded. Rising fuel costs, inflation, and global geopolitical tensions are weighing on the economy in the first half of the year.

The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre is calling for a more people-centred national budget, saying government spending must better reflect the needs of ordinary people rather than favouring elites and business interests.

Flooding in Ba town remains unresolved despite millions spent on mitigation works. Residents are calling for stronger action in the upcoming national budget.

The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change is seeking extra funding in the upcoming national budget. The aim is to strengthen environmental compliance as development activity increases across Fiji.

Infrastructure gaps in Taveuni have been formally raised ahead of the national budget.

Farmers and residents of Nagigi in Labasa are hoping the 2026–2027 National Budget will fund a long-awaited rural water project.