The Coalition Government has taken another step towards transparency by launching the Citizens’ Guide to the National Budget.
The booklet was launched by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Hon. Biman Prasad at the Civic Centre in Suva today (2/8/23).
Speaking on the initiative, DPM Prasad highlighted that the guideline booklet is an attempt to break down the barriers that have long separated the budgetary process from people and its effects on them.
“It is the duty of the Government to be open, transparent and accountable to its citizens,” DPM Prasad said.
“We must work together to raise awareness, educate our citizens, encourage their active participation, we must build mechanisms for feedback, dialogue and engagement - cultivating a sense of ownership and shared responsibility for our nation’s financial future.”
You can access the Citizens’ Guide to the National Budget e-copy booklet here
https://bit.ly/3OlncXC