Government has approved the redeployment of $56 million within the existing 2025–2026 Budget to respond to the impact of the global fuel crisis, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has announced.
Speaking following Cabinet’s decision on April 21, Mr Rabuka stressed that the move does not involve new borrowing, but a reprioritisation of funds from delayed projects.
“This is responsible Government, redirecting resources to where they are needed most,” he said.
The Prime Minister said the focus is on protecting livelihoods, maintaining essential services, and supporting vulnerable Fijians.
Of the total amount, $28 million has been allocated for a sugar cane price top-up for the 2025 crop season, aimed at stabilising farmer incomes and sustaining production in a key sector.
“All of these measures are being funded through savings within the existing budget,” Mr Rabuka said.
He noted that delays in some projects had resulted in unutilised funds, allowing Government to redirect them toward urgent national priorities.
At the same time, all ministries, departments and agencies have been directed to implement strict cost-cutting measures.
“Government is tightening its own belt first,” he added.
