Fiji Budget Debate
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Fiji unveils a $4.87 billion budget for 2026-27, prioritizing education and boosting health sector funding to $647 million. However, opposition MP Premila Kumar criticizes the budget for rising debt and calls it irresponsible.
Fiji boosts health sector funding to $647 million
- Fiji's health sector receives a significant budget increase to $647 million for the 2026/2027 National Budget. - The funding will address key priorities including HIV response, staff welfare, medicine supply, and infrastructure improvements. - Health Minister Dr. Atonio Lalabalavu expressed gratitude, noting the allocation will alleviate challenges in remuneration and staff living conditions.
Budget targets urban growth and waste reforms
- Fiji's government is allocating $29.5 million to accelerate urban development and modernize waste management. - The budget aims to reduce development approval delays and update outdated laws to supp…
Kumar slams budget over rising debt
- Opposition MP Premila Kumar criticized the 2026-2027 National Budget, calling it irresponsible. - Kumar questioned the government's decision to increase borrowing amid declining revenue. - The gover…
Education Tops Budget with Record Funding and New Scholarship Scheme
- Fiji's government is prioritizing education in its budget, allocating record funding to the sector. - A new Postgraduate Diploma Scholarship Scheme will support professional upskilling in key labor …
Fiji Minister Unveils $4.87 Billion Budget to Navigate Global Fuel Crisis
- Fiji's government unveiled a $4.87 billion budget for 2026-27, aiming for fiscal discipline amid a global fuel crisis. - The budget faces a $1 billion deficit, increasing public debt to 84.8% of GDP…