{"id":305,"date":"2025-07-20T22:22:54","date_gmt":"2025-07-20T22:22:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webmediaclients.com\/ffia\/?page_id=305"},"modified":"2025-08-13T23:04:27","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T23:04:27","slug":"presidents-message","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/webmediaclients.com\/ffia\/presidents-message\/","title":{"rendered":"President\u2019s Message"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]On behalf of the Fiji Fishing Industry Association (FFIA), I extend a warm welcome to our website.<\/p>\n

As the unified voice of Fiji\u2019s dynamic and thriving fishing industry, FFIA is dedicated to promoting sustainable practices, driving responsible growth, and supporting our members and stakeholders across the sector.<\/p>\n

The fishing industry plays a vital role in Fiji\u2019s economy\u2014providing livelihoods for thousands of Fijians, contributing to national food security, and sustaining a legacy that is deeply rooted in our culture and heritage. At FFIA, we are committed to ensuring the long-term health and resilience of the industry by championing sustainability, encouraging compliance, and advocating for policies that benefit both our marine environment and the people who depend on it.<\/p>\n

Our work is guided by the principles of collaboration, transparency, and innovation. We partner closely with government institutions, local communities, and international stakeholders to address challenges and unlock new opportunities for growth, development, and responsible stewardship.<\/p>\n

While we are proud of the progress achieved, our focus remains clear: to secure a vibrant, sustainable, and economically viable fishing industry for current and future generations.<\/p>\n

I encourage you to explore our website to learn more about our work, stay informed, and join us in shaping a resilient and prosperous future for Fiji\u2019s fishing sector.<\/p>\n

Thank you for your continued support.<\/p>\n

Radhika Kumar (Ms)<\/strong>
\nPresident<\/strong>
\nFiji Fishing Industry Association[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”1610″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1755126267230{margin-top: -50px !important;}”]<\/p>\n

Radhika Kumar (Ms)<\/strong>
\nPresident<\/strong>
\nFiji Fishing Industry Association<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]On behalf of the Fiji Fishing Industry Association (FFIA), I extend a warm welcome to our website.<\/p>\n

As the unified voice of Fiji\u2019s dynamic and thriving fishing industry, FFIA is dedicated to promoting sustainable practices, driving responsible growth, and supporting our members and stakeholders across the sector.<\/p>\n

The fishing industry plays a vital role in Fiji\u2019s economy\u2014providing livelihoods for thousands of Fijians, contributing to national food security, and sustaining a legacy that is deeply rooted in our culture and heritage. At FFIA, we are committed to ensuring the long-term health and resilience of the industry by championing sustainability, encouraging compliance, and advocating for policies that benefit both our marine environment and the people who depend on it.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Our work is guided by the principles of collaboration, transparency, and innovation. We partner closely with government institutions, local communities, and international stakeholders to address challenges and unlock new opportunities for growth, development, and responsible stewardship.<\/p>\n

While we are proud of the progress achieved, our focus remains clear: to secure a vibrant, sustainable, and economically viable fishing industry for current and future generations.<\/p>\n

I encourage you to explore our website to learn more about our work, stay informed, and join us in shaping a resilient and prosperous future for Fiji\u2019s fishing sector.<\/p>\n

Thank you for your continued support.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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