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Fiji Budget Sparks Debate

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Fiji's 2026-2027 National Budget faces criticism from the Fiji Teachers Union, which calls it a 'betrayal' of workers. However, the Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation endorses the budget, citing relief for businesses and a reduced sports sponsorship threshold. The government also allocated significant funds for early childhood education.

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Fiji Teachers Union slams budget as 'betrayal' of workers

Fiji's 2026/2027 National Budget has drawn strong criticism from the Fiji Teachers Union (FTU), which described it as a "betrayal" of workers, teachers, and their families. The union argues that the budget fails to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of public servants, particularly teachers, while appearing to favor employers. A major point of contention is the government's decision to rโ€ฆ

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Budget boost for Fijiโ€™s youngest learners

Fiji is significantly boosting its investment in early childhood education, allocating $34.176 million for the sector in the upcoming 2026-2027 National Budget. The government emphasizes that strengthโ€ฆ

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