AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFuel Shock Relief: The Fiji Competition and Consumer Commission has approved interim increases to cushion volatility: from 26 May 2026 an electricity fuel surcharge of 5.91 cents per kWh (lifting the interim domestic residential rate to 39.92 cents), and an interim 22.5% per-stage bus fare rise (Stage 1 from $1.02 to $1.25). Budget Pressure: Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says rising costs and election spending are pushing Fiji toward a possible mini-budget in July, with municipal elections’ $18m set aside to be redirected to social support. Aupiki Ambition: Drua Women are targeting a first-ever Super Rugby Aupiki title after a renewed, high-energy pre-season, with one trial match left before opening against the Waratahs. Climate Law Push: At the UN, a resolution backing climate obligations linked to the ICJ advisory ruling passed despite US opposition, with Fiji’s representative calling them “legal duties.” Ocean Governance Row: Pacific civil society groups say they’ve been shut out of key deep-sea mining discussions in Suva, warning decisions are being shaped without community voices.
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