The Fijian business community have been urged to set a good example and encourage young Fijians to be successful.
Officiating at the inauguration of the Namaka Al-Hamd Smartliving Warehouse and Showroom in Nadi yesterday, Minister for Education, Heritage and Arts, Rosy Akbar stressed the need for cooperation and support amongst all Fijians especially businesses.
“Now more than ever we must stand in solidarity with our fellow Fijians and support one another.
“We must continue to support ventures such as the Namaka Al-Hamd Smartliving Warehouse and Showroom which creates employment opportunities for Fijians.”
Ms Akbar stated that the opening of a new branch of Al-Hamd indicates Fijian resilience during a time when the world is facing an unprecedented global crisis.
“This is why it is important to acknowledge achievements as such because they signify our resilience in the face of adversity.
The Minister also highlighted that during the recent budget announcement it had been announced that business licenses required to start a business had been removed.
“The Fijian Government regularly holds consultations with the business community and we have taken steps to improve the ease of doing business in Fiji.
“Businesses, of course, are currently participating in an online registration exercise, and can make payments including business online registration with a quick turnaround time.
“We hope to stimulate the creation of new businesses while also boosting existing ones which ultimately will improve the Fijian economy.”
The Minister has also called on young Fijians to become employers and job creators.
