Fiji has fuel stocks sufficient to meet immediate needs for weeks, the government and fuel companies say, as officials step up monitoring of international developments that could affect supply. Companies confirmed national inventories range from about 20 to 45 days depending on the product, and additional shipments are already scheduled to top up reserves in the coming weeks.
The government’s statement stressed that Fiji’s primary supply hubs remain Singapore, South Korea and Malaysia — markets that have not been directly affected by the recent escalation in the Middle East. Fuel suppliers are in regular contact with authorities and are maintaining mandated minimum stockholding levels for major fuel products, the statement said, as a buffer against supply shocks.
While availability is stable for now, the government warned that domestic pump prices typically lag international market movements by about one month. That means any surge in global oil prices would not be reflected immediately at the bowser but could filter through to local prices in the weeks that follow. Officials said they are tracking global market indicators and shipping updates closely to assess timing and scale of any price impact.
Authorities also urged the public to refrain from panic buying. Fuel hoarding is illegal and carries significant fire and safety risks, the government warned, and unnecessary stockpiling can place avoidable pressure on the national distribution network. Short-term lines or localized shortages at service stations can result from sudden spikes in demand, with implications for access by essential services and the wider public.
The government said it is monitoring potential disruptions to global oil supply routes, notably the Strait of Hormuz, a key transit point for a substantial share of the world’s petroleum exports. The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission and other agencies have previously flagged the Strait’s importance and the risk of global price volatility if transit is impeded. For now, Fiji’s main supply channels remain intact, but contingency planning continues.
Contingency measures are already codified in domestic law. The government pointed to the Fuel and Power Emergency Act 1974 as the legal framework enabling authorities to safeguard critical services and deploy emergency powers should global conditions deteriorate over an extended period. Officials said plans under that Act can be activated to prioritise fuel for health, emergency services, transport and other essential sectors if required.
Protecting essential services and maintaining economic stability remain priorities, the government said, and the public will be kept informed of any significant developments affecting fuel supply or pricing. Depending on assessments of the evolving situation, authorities may consider further measures to secure imports, manage distribution and mitigate price impacts.
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