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“Challenging the Opposition: Where is the Alternative Budget?”
Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad yesterday issued a challenge to the Opposition, asking them to present their alternative budget. This came after Opposition MPs raised concerns about… read more
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Import Price Challenges: Global Impact on Fiji’s Economy
About 50 percent of Fiji’s consumption basket is made up of imported products, according to Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad. He explained the difficulty in controlling import… read more
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Northern Duavata Crime Prevention Carnival: The Battle Against Drugs
Most contestants in the upcoming week-long Northern Duavata Crime Prevention Carnival will be advocating against drug abuse, according to carnival committee president Satish Kumar. During the carnival’s… read more
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Struggling Farmers: The Bitter Reality
Rakiraki businessman and former politician George Shiu Raj has expressed that farmers are increasingly frustrated by the recurrent breakdowns at the Lautoka Sugar Mill. He believes that… read more
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“Empowering Education: Solar Energy Initiative for Remote School”
A primary school in the interior of Nadroga/Navosa is set to receive a solar power supply soon, courtesy of the International Solar Alliance (ISA). Motukana Primary School,… read more
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Fiji’s Trade Deficit Widens: What’s Behind the Numbers?
Fiji has exported $713 million worth of merchandise from January to April this year. However, the country imported a staggering $2.1 billion in the same period, widening… read more
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$4m Funding Approved for MSMEs in Fiji
The Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Communications has approved 1,016 applications for assistance from micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) totaling $4 million… read more
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Unlocking Climate Finance: Fiji’s Aggressive Strategy
With the 29th Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP 29) in Azerbaijan in November being focused on climate finance, Fiji plans to adopt a highly proactive… read more
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Exciting Upgrades Ahead for Fiji’s Hospitality Scene
ACCOR is proud to have a long-standing history in Fiji, with our commitment to this beautiful nation growing stronger every year, said Accor Pacific Chief Operating Officer,… read more