From next year on, the Coalition Government will be working on a new development plan.

It is quite a balanced budget considering the current financial situation of the country says Minister for Rural and Maritime Development, Sakiasi Ditoka.

The five percent increase in corporate tax rate, review of the national minimum wage and three percent excise duty were three of the main concerns raised by Mark One apparel owner, Mark Halabe.

The Water Authority of Fiji has labelled the Budget positive saying it will allow its team, to continue improving water and sanitation service delivery.

The Fiji Police Force will recruit an additional 100 police constables to boost its operations.

The Ministry of iTaukei Affairs has been allocated $38.6million for the new fiscal year, an increase of $23.2million.

The 2023–24 National Budget is the result of consultations the government has been having in cabinet, with the public, and with those involved in the economic summit.

Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad says the real challenge starts now.

There were mixed reactions from the Members of Opposition regarding the 2023-2024 National Budget.

A number of key areas have been given consideration by the Finance Ministry in the new national budget, but the important step now will be its implementation.

The Labasa Chamber of Commerce and Industries has confidence in the national budget, saying that it is genuinely fair and balanced for everyone.

The Education sector is allocated a massive $845million from the 2023-2024 National budget the highest allocation given.