Investment Fiji has achieved a significant milestone by being elected as the Oceania Regional Director on the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) Steering Committee for the term of 2025–2027. This appointment marks Fiji’s increasing prominence on the global investment stage, giving the nation a crucial role in shaping regional and international investment agendas.
As part of its responsibilities within WAIPA, Investment Fiji will contribute to global dialogues surrounding investment policy and promotion, ensuring that the Pacific perspective is effectively voiced. This new role not only strengthens Fiji’s influence in regional and international investment discussions but also supports broader economic growth and collaboration throughout the Pacific region. Investment Fiji is poised to leverage access to global best practices and networks that aim at fostering sustainable growth and creating job opportunities.
The recognition from WAIPA comes on the heels of earlier accolades for Investment Fiji, which was recently honored with the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Award at the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) in Abu Dhabi. This award reflects the agency’s impactful contributions to global economic development and further solidifies Fiji’s reputation as a leading investment destination in the South Pacific, East Asia, and Oceania regions.
Investment Fiji’s growing recognition and active participation in these esteemed international forums underscore a robust commitment to driving sustainable investment and fostering economic diversification. The agency’s initiatives are expected to not only attract more international investors but also create significant economic benefits for Fiji and its neighboring countries.
Ismail Ersahin, WAIPA’s Executive Director, emphasized the organization’s vision to bolster collaboration among investment promotion agencies, highlighting the collective goal of attracting impactful and sustainable investments. Investment Fiji’s leadership in these discussions is expected to catalyze further regional cooperation, enhancing trade and investment ties across Oceania and solidifying Fiji’s role as a pivotal investment hub.
Collectively, these recent developments signify a promising future for Fiji as it navigates its path toward sustainable economic growth, buoyed by strategic international partnerships and dialogues aimed at integrating the Pacific region into the global investment landscape.