Investing in Fiji offers more than just financial returns; it presents an opportunity to create jobs, drive innovation, and positively impact communities across the nation.

This was the message from Investment Fiji Board Chair Jenny Seeto as the agency successfully concluded it’s first phase of the Fiji North-America Business Mission in Surrey, Canada.

She urged members of the diaspora to consider Fiji as a strategic investment destination, highlighting the country’s diverse investment opportunities across multiple sectors.

“Your investments have the power to transform lives and communities in Fiji and Investment Fiji stands ready to provide guidance and support at every step of your investment journey,” Ms Seeto said.

The Business Mission was a collaborative effort between Investment Fiji, the Ministry of Trade, Cooperatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, and the Fiji Trade Commission North America.

Ms Seeto, having engaged extensively with former Fiji citizens residing in Canada, conveyed her appreciation for the overwhelming support demonstrated by the diaspora community.

Through business forums, networking events, and business-to-business meetings, she witnessed firsthand the enthusiasm of the diaspora to explore investment and trade opportunities in Fiji, ranging from land ventures to various sectors of the economy.

“The keen interest shown by the diaspora community in Canada reflects their enduring connection to our homeland and their commendable commitment to giving back to the Fiji community.  Some of the diaspora community who have successful businesses here, have also expressed their desire to retire in Fiji.

“Their entrepreneurial success and enthusiasm exemplify the potential for diaspora investments to drive sustainable development and prosperity for Fiji.”