Strengthening investments

THE Fiji Government delegation who are part of the 2023 Fiji Investment and Trade Mission to New Zealand, along with the local exporters were hosted by Ernst & Young (EY) to discuss pathways on how New Zealand can strengthen investments and partnerships in Fiji agriculture for successful exports.

While sharing his vision, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises and Communications Manoa Kamikamica reemphasized that agriculture has great potential, stating that some of the institutional investors in Fiji have shown interest in commercial agriculture.

During a round table discussion, EY Partner Australia Ruth Archow, who has over 18 years of experience in providing economic and policy advice to Government and industry associations highlighted the global market trends and the impact it has in terms of economic, geopolitical, environmental, people, health, and technology.

Mike Revell, EY director New Zealand briefed the delegation on what New Zealand investors are looking for and the potential investment interest from New Zealand to Fiji.

The team was also provided with an update on how the New Zealand fresh produce market operates allowing exporters from Fiji to also share their experiences.

EY has more than 300,000 staff globally including Oceania offices in New Zealand, Australia, Fiji and PNG.

They have a global Foreign Direct Investment Center of Excellence along with a global network of Agri-Food specialists that solve complex problems for both corporations and governments.