President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere says an Education Commission will be established to review the entire education system in the country and make recommendations for improvement in the quality of teaching and leadership of our school system and the curriculum to meet the needs of the labour market.
While delivering his opening address in Parliament this morning, Ratu Wiliame says the education system will be directed towards achieving the sustainable development goals and for children and tertiary students to reach their full potential.
He says the recent Back to School support programme underscored the Government’s commitment to helping families with education costs.
He adds the Government will then convene an Education Summit, bringing together all stakeholders to consider the recommendations of the Education Commission and formulate a national education policy.
The President says the Government is moving to rebuild Fiji’s relationship with the University of the South Pacific while maintaining synergy with the University of Fiji and the Fiji National University in meeting labour market demands.
Ratu Wiliame says policies for the ongoing development of young people and sports are central to the overall well-being of the nation.
He says the Government is committed to ensuring that youth have access to knowledge, skills and training, so they can effectively participate and contribute to nation-building.
The President says the enhancement of sports facilities will attract more international sporting events and tournaments to our shores, positioning Fiji as the Pacific’s sporting hub.
You can watch the President's full speech below:
