Government Rules Out State of Emergency

The Fiji Government has moved swiftly to reassure the nation that there is currently no need for a State of Emergency, following a high-level meeting of the National Security Council chaired by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka.

In an official update, Government said Fiji’s security situation remains under control, with no recommendation from either the Fiji Police Force or the Republic of Fiji Military Forces for emergency measures at this stage.

The National Security Council, which brought together senior Ministers and key Government officials, reviewed a wide range of issues affecting national stability, including international developments, Fiji’s fuel supply position, economic and financial conditions, contingency planning, and the current law and order situation.

Following those discussions, the Council concluded there was no cause for alarm and reassured the public that Fiji remains stable.

On fuel security, the Council was advised that fuel remains available and stable, with confirmed shipments for May expected to meet normal national demand. Work is also continuing with suppliers to confirm forward supply schedules for June, while fuel companies have reaffirmed their commitment to meeting contractual obligations.

However, Government acknowledged that Fiji, as a fuel importing nation, remains vulnerable to global price fluctuations driven by international conflict, shipping disruptions, refinery constraints, and shifts in global demand — factors that may still influence local fuel prices even when supply remains secure.

The Council was also updated on Fiji’s economic and financial outlook, noting that the country’s financial system remains stable, supported by strong foreign reserves and continued monitoring of inflationary pressures. Current policy settings, Government said, remain supportive of economic activity.

Government also confirmed that it continues to engage with international partners to strengthen Fiji’s long-term energy security and supply resilience, including ongoing work toward a national fuel security and strategic reserves policy.

Meanwhile, agencies across key sectors including transport, energy, water, infrastructure, and maritime services remain actively coordinated as part of national contingency planning to ensure Fiji is prepared should conditions change.

Government is now urging members of the public to remain calm, continue with normal daily activities, and rely only on official information as Fiji continues to closely monitor global and regional developments.