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Cabinet approves review of Fiji’s mahogany industry

Cabinet approves review of Fiji’s mahogany industry

By Karishma Kumari
06/04/2024
Photo: Touch Wood Fiji

Cabinet has approved the review of Fiji’s mahogany industry by an inter-Ministry Taskforce, with the inclusion of key private sector stakeholders and professionals from the forestry sector.

The government says this review will consider the legislative and institutional frameworks, financial support, marketing, and viability of Fiji’s mahogany industry.

They say the cabinet will be informed of the outcome of the review process within the next three months.

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