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The Fijian government announced yesterday a $250,000 incentive for our Fiji Water Flying Fijians ahead of the Rugby World Cup, which starts tomorrow in France.
This is tagged Victory, Qaqa, Jeet Rugby World Cup 2023 incentive package.
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says this means each player and official in the team is entitled to $5000 each, which will be deposited into a local bank account of the team members.
Audio Player“Your coalition government is serious about fostering excellence in all sports. we will announce the full transformative package in greater detail in the near future once it has been finalised”.
He says as the tournament progresses, the government will work with the private sector for more incentives.
Audio Player“Further, Government will also collaborate with potential private sector stakeholders and businesses in providing additional support and incentives to the Team”
The Prime Minister also relays the country’s sympathy to Caleb Muntz.
Audio Player“We sympathize with Mr Muntz’s undoubted disappointment, but more importantly right now, we wish him many blessings for a swift recovery. Fiji will not forget his loyalty and sacrifice.”
The Prime Minister is urging the nation to pray for our team and build them up positively with blessings of strength, wisdom, respectfulness, and victory.
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