Taxi passengers will pay slightly more for their trips from next month following the approval of a temporary fare adjustment by the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC). Effective from July 1, 2026, the distance-based fare component for general taxis will rise from 10 cents to 14 cents per 100 metres travelled. However, the flag fall charge and waiting time rates will remain unchanged. The FCCC said the temporary measure is aimed at helping taxi operators manage mounting fuel costs linked to recent increases in global oil prices. The rise in fuel prices has been driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions…
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