Labour Party
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Fiji Labour Party Calls for Universal Fuel Tax Suspension and Permanent Welfare Rise
Rising costs spark a political standoff as calls grow for broader relief. A major party argues that current measures miss the mark, advocating a universal fuel tax suspension and a permanent boost to social welfare. With prices expected to climb again, the debate centers on who should feel the squeeze and for how long.
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Fiji Labour Party condemns GCC plan to reserve Fijian for iTaukei and drop secular protections
Fiji’s constitutional debate heats up as proposals from the Great Council of Chiefs touch on national identity and religious protections. Labour leader Mahendra Chaudhry condemns moves to reserve the name “Fijian” for iTaukei and to remove secular guarantees, urging a modern, inclusive charter for all citizens. As the review moves forward, the clash over identity…