Strong partnerships are essential to effective ocean governance, particularly for island nations like Fiji where the ocean sustains livelihoods. This was highlighted during discussions between the Minister for Information, Environment and Climate Change, Hon. Lynda Tabuya, and Waitt Institute President, Mr Mike Goldman, yesterday (23:06:2026).
The meeting explored the next phase of Fiji’s partnership with the Waitt Institute through the Blue Prosperity Fiji programme, including efforts to accelerate implementation of the Marine Spatial Planning process, Fiji’s 30 percent marine protection commitment, 100 percent sustainable ocean management, ocean finance, implementation funding, and regional ocean diplomacy.
Minister Tabuya acknowledged the ongoing partnership with the Waitt Institute through Blue Prosperity Fiji and reaffirmed Government’s commitment to advancing Marine Spatial Planning, noting it remains central to both Fiji’s conservation goals and a blue economy that benefits coastal and maritime communities.
Mr Goldman reaffirmed the Waitt Institute’s commitment to supporting Fiji’s ocean priorities and sustainable blue economy ambitions.
The meeting also touched on opportunities to elevate ocean issues through collaboration at the upcoming Pre-COP meeting in Nadi.