Debt to GDP ratio to reduce to 77.8% by July this year – Prof. Prasad
The national debt-to-GDP ratio is projected to fall further to around 77.8 percent this July. Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad hi
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We can’t continue to protect industries with high import duties while companies charge unreasonable prices – Prof. Prasad
As the cost of living remains a pressing issue for many people with inflation around 4.5 percent, Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad s
Rabuka suggests alternative crops to replace sugarcane for export
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has highlighted some alternative crops that could replace sugarcane and says before Fiji focused on exporting sugar, there used to be quite
Fiji has participated in world affairs since the First World War - Rabuka
Fiji has participated in world affairs like the first World War, and the second World War, Malayan emergency peacekeeping, and Fiji will continue to play its role as a sm
Govt acknowledges Sabha’s role in education at 201st Maharshi Dayanand anniversary
The government has acknowledged the contributions of the Arya Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji to the education sector in Fiji and also more broadly towards the development of hu
Hundreds gather for Thaipusam Puja at Nadi Temple
Hundreds gathered at the Sri Siva Subramaniya Swami Temple in Nadi to take part in the annual Thaipusam Thirunaal Puja to worship Lord Murugan, the son of Lord Shiva.
Goldman Sachs to possibly invest in Fijian hardwood and infrastructure sectors
Fiji could see an investment from leading global investment bank Goldman Sachs into its hardwood industries and infrastructure development following a meeting between Pri
Nadarivatu Forest Park opens
It will be a new experience for Fijians as they can now explore the untouched beauty of Nadarivatu through the Nadarivatu Forest Park after its opening. The facility o
Rabuka reaffirms Fiji’s commitment to deeper ties with NZ at Munich Security Conference
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reaffirmed Fiji’s commitment to deepening its partnership with New Zealand, emphasising the importance of shared development goa
Australia is Fiji's biggest support partner - Prof. Prasad
The ACT Government and high-level trade delegation from Canberra received a warm Fijian welcome from the Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Pr
Vunidawa multipurpose court to promote physical health, combat NCDs and keep young people from illegal activities
The newly-commissioned Vunidawa multipurpose court is set to promote physical health, combat non-communicable diseases and keep young people distracted from illegal activ
Farmers with Sugar Cane Growers Fund loyalty card to benefit from Oceania Hospitals discounted medical procedures and treatments
It is often assumed that private hospitals cater only to the wealthy but Oceania Hospitals has demonstrated its commitment to social responsibility by ensuring that cane
Safer future for Nasau District School students with new walkway and bridge
A safer future for the current and future students of Nasau District School, located in Wainibuka, as the Government has stepped in to assist the school by funding and bu
Much of national debt linked to climate crisis – Prof. Prasad
Climate change restricts our development progress and much of our national debt is a climate debt, that is, debt undertaken to rebuild bridges and roads that are washed a
Water security for Malake Island after $1.1 million Malake Submarine Crossing Upgrade Project commissioning
It was a momentous moment for 645 residents on Malake Island in Rakiraki as their water supply will see a much-improved status after the commissioning of the Malake Subma
A government stooge controlled FBC previously – Prof. Prasad
Three years ago a government stooge had controlled Fiji Broadcasting Corporation and everything that went through it's newsroom. Acting Prime Minister and Minister for
Fiji and India strengthen ties to boost security and disaster preparedness in Fiji
For the people of Fiji, stronger efforts are on the horizon as the country deepens its defence partnership with India to help protect communities, safeguard borders and
Media can help shape women in leadership - Kiran
Minister for Women and former journalist Sashi Kiran has stressed that the media can play a crucial role in shaping women's leadership. Speaking at the Pacific Media P
Free, fair and unregulated media is vital for genuine democracy—Prof. Prasad
A free, fair and unregulated media is absolutely vital for true and genuine democracy. Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad highlight
Internal Govt financial processes cause of halt in work at CWM operating theatres - Ro Filipe
Halt in works at the CWM Hospital is due to an internal government financial process which was resolved and streamlined. Minister for Public Works, Ro Filipe Tuisawau
Tikoduadua meets India’s Defence Minister
Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua has met the Defence Minister for India, Rajnath Singh in Bengaluru, Karnataka. In a Facebook post, Tikoduadua