Fiji Trade Market 2026: Strategic Review & Growth Forecast

Fiji's export sector demonstrated consistent growth from 2020 to 2024. Starting at $769.6 million, values reached $1.127 billion by 2024. This represents a steady expansion, with a notable surge observed between 2021 and 2022, where export values jumped by over $230 million, maintaining an upward trajectory thereafter.

Fiji's import trade saw a sharp increase from $1.68 billion in 2020 to over $3.08 billion in 2024. While growth was rapid through 2022, the values stabilized between 2023 and 2024, indicating a leveling off in import demand after a period of significant post-2020 recovery.

In 2024, petroleum ether led Fiji's exports with a value of $297.5 million. Other key commodities include mineral water ($154.9 million) and gold and silver ($74.1 million). This data highlights a diverse export base spanning energy re-exports, high-quality beverages, and precious metals.

Petroleum ether dominates imports, valued at $677.6 million in 2024. Significant expenditure is also directed toward technology and essential food items, including telecommunications equipment ($87.7 million) and wheat ($64.1 million), reflecting Fiji's reliance on imported energy, consumer electronics, and staple commodities.

Singapore is Fiji's primary trade partner, accounting for 27.67% of total trade, driven largely by imports. Australia (20.97%) and China (18.79%) also maintain significant shares. Interestingly, the United States stands out as a major destination for Fijian exports despite a lower total trade percentage.