Minister for Justice and Acting Attorney-General Siromi Turaga has dismissed speculation that Fiji’s next General Election could be delayed because of global fuel price concerns and international developments.
In a statement issued today, Mr Turaga said reports circulating on social media suggesting the elections may be deferred remain speculative.
“The Coalition Government remains committed to acting in accordance with the law and the Constitution of the Republic of Fiji,” he said.
The statement follows the Electoral Commission’s announcement that the earliest possible date for the issuance of the Writ of Election is June 24, 2026.
Under the Constitution and relevant electoral laws, the next General Election must be held within the prescribed constitutional timeframe.
Mr Turaga said the Government remained committed to upholding constitutional processes and ensuring that any decisions relating to the electoral process were guided by Fiji’s legal framework.
“As a Government, we will continue to uphold constitutional processes and ensure that any decisions relating to the electoral process are guided by the legal framework of our country,” he said.
He also acknowledged the ongoing work of the Constitutional Review Commission, saying its recommendations would be considered through the appropriate constitutional and legal channels.
Mr Turaga said he had been advised by the Electoral Commission and the Fiji Elections Office that preparations for the election continued as normal.
“I have been advised by the Electoral Commission and the Fiji Elections Office that voter registration activities continue and that electoral preparations remain ongoing in accordance with their statutory responsibilities,” he said.
He assured the public that key institutions were continuing to perform their duties as required by law.
“The people of Fiji can be assured that the relevant institutions continue to carry out their duties as mandated by law, and that the Government will continue to provide the necessary support to ensure that all constitutional and legal processes are respected.”
The statement comes amid heightened public discussion on social media over whether economic pressures and global uncertainties could affect the timing of Fiji’s next general election.
