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Fiji Outer Islands Face Fuel Access Crisis as Vessels Denied Fuel on Lau and Rotuma Routes
Fuel access for Fiji’s outer islands is under strain as a leading shipping firm reports repeated refusals to dispense fuel on recent remote routes. The move threatens medical transfers, emergency services and routine deliveries, prompting urgent calls for government scrutiny and clearer stock distribution.
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Fiji to draft fuel-priority laws to safeguard essential services amid global tensions
Fiji moves to draft regulations that could shield fuel supplies for essential services during global disruption. A new Fuel Controller and an advisory panel would oversee allocations to critical infrastructure if shortages arise, with more details to come as the legislation progresses.