Tag: fuel crisis
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Tuvalu Prepares Interim Power Backup as ADB-Funded Rental Generator Arrives May 28
Tuvalu readies a short-term power fix as a rental generator arrives later this month to bridge outages while permanent backups are lined up. With ongoing repairs,… Read more
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Fiji reallocates FJ$56m in 2025–26 Budget to blunt fuel pressures, funds sugar cane price top‑up for 2025 season
Fiji’s government reallocated FJ$56 million from delayed projects to cushion the economy against rising fuel costs. Half funds a 2025 sugarcane price top‑up, the other half… Read more
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Luxon says no fuel-disruption risk for Pacific Islands Forum in Palau, with contingency support ready if prices spike
Global fuel prices are testing Pacific travel plans ahead of a major regional gathering. New Zealand’s prime minister says there’s no current risk to leaders attending… Read more
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NZ Offers Contingency Transport to Palau for Pacific Islands Forum as Fuel Prices Rise
Pacific leaders head to Palau for an important forum, with travel plans shadowed by shifting fuel prices. New Zealand signals it’s ready to help with transport… Read more
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Vanuatu Seeks China Help and Urges Renewable Shift as Pacific Faces Regional Fuel Crisis
Pacific nations brace for a tightening fuel crisis as energy security becomes a flashpoint for climate policy and diplomacy. Vanuatu’s climate minister signals a tougher stance… Read more
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NZ PM Says No Immediate Fuel Risk for Pacific Leaders Attending Palau Forum, Vows Contingency Support if Prices Rise
Pacific leaders face a delicate balance as August’s Palau forum approaches. While there’s no immediate fuel disruption, contingency planning and regional support are on standby to… Read more
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New Zealand pledges transport aid to keep Pacific Islands Forum turnout in Palau amid rising fuel prices
New Zealand says it’s prepared to step in if fuel pressures threaten travel to Palau for this year’s Pacific Islands Forum, outlining contingency plans to keep… Read more
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Pacific Islands Forum: New Zealand ready to transport leaders to Palau amid fuel-price volatility
Pacific leaders’ travel to Palau could hinge on how fuel markets move, with volatility threatening transport links. Yet Wellington and regional partners say they’re ready to… Read more
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USP expands hardship fund to FJD 1 million to help students cope with rising living costs
Facing rising transport, food and energy costs, The University of the South Pacific is boosting its hardship and bursary support to help students stay on track.… Read more
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Fiji MP Biman Prasad Urges National Unity as Rabuka Cuts Ministers’ Pay to Ease Fuel Crisis
Amid Fiji’s fuel crisis, a prominent MP calls for unity over partisan politics, praising early relief measures and a ministerial pay cut as acts of sacrifice.… Read more