Ministries, corporate bodies, FNPF make proposals
THE Attorney-General and Minister for Economy Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum consulted with heads of Government ministries, major corporate companies and Fiji National Provident Fund on the 2021-2022 National Budget.
Business owners shared their experience on the challenges caused by the current COVID-19 pandemic and provided recommendations for the upcoming 2021-2022 National Budget.
Participants also raised issues of some of their staff not willing to get vaccinated due to personal reasons, and which is not safe for the operation of their business.
The importance of encouraging consumers via their social media platforms and leading by example of getting vaccinated so there is a way forward for businesses was also highlighted during the meeting.
The A-G said it is the right of a person if they want to accept or not accept a medical procedure or treatment but it is in everyone’s best
interest to get vaccinated.
He will be meeting other stakeholders for the budget consultation throughout the week.
Participation during this budget consultation included Ministry of Local Government, Municipal Councils, iTaukei Land Trust Board, Ministry of Lands and Mineral Resources, Investment
Fiji, Fiji Roads Authority, Ministry of Environment and Waterways, Biosecurity Authority of Fiji, the Fiji National Provident Fund management and board members including Jacks of Fiji, Fijian Holdings Limited, Tappoos Limited, C.J Patel and Ashabhai & Company Limited.