New bar in Nadi Kava, cocktail, bistro and a restaurant open

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DO not try to cut corners or compromise COVID-19 safe practices to earn an extra buck, said Minister for Commerce, Trade, Tourism and Transport, Faiyaz Koya while officiating at the launch of the Ice-Bar and Grill in Nadi on Wednesday night.

After an additional investment of $80,000, Ice Bar has opened with 16 people in employment and having a bistro, kava bar, cocktail bar, restaurant services and a shuttle service.

“The pandemic has taught us to acquire new skills, re-establish and most importantly, adapt to new situations,” said Mr Koya.

“We know that certain businesses are proven to be riskier than the others during the pandemic.

“Like all other high-risk businesses, strict adherence to COVID-19 safe measures are crucial in this time. It is adaptability compliance that will — to a very great extent — determine your fate.”

He said being COVID-19 safe compliant went beyond paying taxes.

“I want to emphasise that we cannot be complacent and disregard the COVID-19 safe procedures that are in place.

“Do not try to cut corners or compromise practices to earn an extra buck.”

“Because all you are doing is risking the health of your workers and clients and the reputation of your business and Fiji on the whole.”