Prof. Prasad assures teachers they will not lose a cent in their FNPF
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has assured teachers that they will not lose a single cent in their FNPF contributions. While res
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Tikoduadua to meet with Fijian contingents stationed in Middle-East as part of official overseas mission
Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs Pio Tikoduadua will be embarking on an official overseas mission where he will meet with the Republic of Fiji Military Forces sol
Infrastructure development, health, education and better service delivery will be the focus of the budget – Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says the government’s focus for the upcoming national budget will be continuing to improve in
Dairy farmer gets boost with new boat and engine
61-year-old dairy farmer, Mitieli Tikoduadua of Nukuloa Village in Lutu, Wainibuka grew up carrying milk cans for miles before putting them on bamboo rafts to get to the
Consultation for those willing to contribute, not entire communities – Prof. Prasad
Following concerns about low turnout during consultations, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says it was not about getting the whole
Fiji-India relationship strengthens as ICCR marks 75 years
The history of indentured labourers arriving in Fiji over 140 years ago was a defining moment for both our countries, India and Fiji. Deputy Prime Minister and Ministe
Rabuka’s surprise visit brings hope to Waibasaga Villagers
The long wait for a bridge for the people of Waibasaga Village in the interior of Naitasiri may finally be nearing an end after Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka made a shor
Prof. Prasad reaffirms Govt’s commitment to inclusive economic growth
As people will have a chance to give their opinions on the National Budget, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad has had discussions
Youth Parliament to be held this year to build leaders - Kiran
Youth Parliament will be held this year which aims to build confidence of upcoming leaders, especially women. Minister for Women, Sashi Kiran confirmed this during the
No major short-term economic fallout from US tariff – Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad says they do not expect a major fallout for Fiji’s economy in the short to medium term follow
US tariff hike could impact housing prices - Nalumisa
The recent increase in tariffs imposed by the United States of America may also impact housing prices in Fiji. Minister for Local Government and Housing, Maciu Nalumis
Gavoka concludes Yasawa tour to advance sustainable tourism development
With the need to advance sustainable tourism development in the Yasawa Islands, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism, Viliame Gavoka has concluded a compreh
Tenants must abide by PRB agreements or face eviction – Nalumisa
People need to comply with the tenancy agreements they have signed with the Public Rentals Board, and any breach of the conditions stated in the agreement will result in
5G network launch delayed until June due to USAID project adjustments
Fiji’s much awaited 5G network, initially set for a March launch, has been delayed until June this year due to setbacks linked to USAID projects. Deputy Prime M
Kamikamica questions US over 32% tariff on Fijian exports
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade Manoa Kamikamica says they have asked the Unites States Embassy the basis of the 32 percent tariff imposed on Fijian products
CFL enters into Public Service Agreement with the Government
Communications Fiji Limited, the parent company of LegendFM, FM96, VITIFM, Navtarang, Radio Sargam and fijivillage, has entered into a Public Service Agreement with the G
Govt does not condone sacrilege, will investigate the matter – PM
Fiji is a home of faiths and traditions, stronger together united by mutual respect and the government does not condone such action and will investigate the matter. Th
Kamikamica to push for reduction of US tariff on Fijian exports
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade Manoa Kamikamica says the 32 percent tariff imposed on Fijian exports to the United States is too high and he will be trying
US tariff on Fijian exports unfair and disproportionate – Prof. Prasad
The imposition of a 32 percent across the board tariff on Fijian exports into the US is quite disproportionate and unfair, and 96 percent of what the United States expor
Cabinet approves review of Fiji's Poverty Alleviation Strategy
The Cabinet has approved the review of Fiji’s Poverty Alleviation Eradication Strategy Framework 1999. They say this framework has been developed through concer
Fijians in Myanmar and Thailand safe
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says Fiji’s Diplomatic Mission has confirmed the safety of all Fijians in Myanmar and Thailand following a powerful 7.7 magnitude ea