The lag in the implementation of the minimum wage, with a nominal increase to $4.50 in August 2024 and an additional 50 cents in April 2025, is deeply troubling Opposition Member of Parliament Parveen Bala.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is calling for unity and collective effort in building a better Fiji.

The Opposition Members of Parliament are now independent and are free to make their own choices.

Opposition Member of Parliament Ketan Lal has decided to remain an Independent MP.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has acknowledged that the timing is perfect to form a government of national unity.

Opposition Member of Parliament Jone Usamate says they will continue to carry out their duty as Member of Parliament.

The political landscape in Fiji is facing a perfect storm, with the governing coalition and the opposition party plagued by internal divisions.

The government of national unity is only formed when there is a common external enemy.

In a show of solidarity and support for the party, two additional FijiFirst Members of Parliament have expressed their support for the 17 members recently terminated from the party.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has released a statement saying he is listening to the views aired by the people since Parliament passed the motion to increase the salary and allowances of Members of Parliament including the Speaker and the President last week.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka states they intend to take action against the National Federation Party as they voted against the committee’s recommendations.

Questions have been raised by vulnerable Fijians regarding who will bear the cost of the recent increase in salaries and allowances for Members of Parliament.