The Ministry of Youth and Sports is expecting a decrease in their 2016/2017 budget compared to the money they received this year.
Minister Laisenia Tuitubou says this year was big because of government’s support towards the Rio Olympics, Oceania Weightlifting and Swimming Championships, the hosting of the Super Rugby match and the Fiji International Golf Tournament in Natadola.
$22.5 million was allocated to the Ministry of Youth and Sports this year to support all these events.
Tuitubou says they have submitted their request to the Ministry of Finance after receiving requests from the Fiji Sports Commission.
He adds that they have made submissions for the government to continue its support for overseas coaches and funding overseas tours.
Last year, Government allocated $2.2 million for the Crusaders vs Chiefs Super Rugby match to be held next week.
$9 million has been allocated for the Fiji International Golf Tournament in Natadola.
Meanwhile the FMF National Gymnasium in Suva will be upgraded this year as the Fiji Sports Council has received funding for this project.
