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FBC reduces its PSB funds

July 21, 2023 12:00 pm

The Fijian Broadcasting Corporation made a bold move today, and in order to assist the government, given up 40 percent of what was allocated to the company in the national budget.

The announcement was made today by FBC Board Chair Ajay Amrit in the presence of Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad.

PSB was allocated $10.4 million in the 2023–24 National Budget, but following this announcement, FBC will only receive $6.2 million.

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The FBC Board Member shaking hands with Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad.

The FBC Chair confirms this reduction will not affect operations.

More to follow.


The FBC Board Members shaking hands with Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad.


FBC Board Chair Ajay Amrit with Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad.