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Preparing for Export: CPPL Processing Plant Undergoes Pre-SQF Assessment in Kiritimati

The Seafood Verification Division team have just returned from Kiritimati Island to conduct the mock audit for the CPPL processing plant as part of the preparatory assessment prior to the Safe Quality Food (SQF) audit visit that will commence on the 8th to 9th October 2025. Since CPPL is ready to export its frozen tail lobsters to the US market mainly Honolulu therefore, this is part of the requirement that CPPL is required to comply with especially to be approved by this certification body.
Additionally, the team had the opportunity to assist other existing and new exporters on basic requirements and key documentation that are important for exporters to know and understand prior to export. This technical support conveyed through a 2 days’ workshop with companies.
The team acknowledged the unwavering support from the Secretary, and the World bank through the PROP to make this mission a successful one.
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MFOR Showcases National Ocean Efforts at Pacific Island Ocean Conference

The Ministry of Fisheries & Ocean Resources proudly participated in the Pacific Island Ocean Conference (PIOC) held in Honiara from 29 September – 3 October 2025. An event sponsored by New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the European Union and the U.S. Department of State.
A delegation of 7 officers from the Ministry attended this important regional gathering, with the generous support of SPREP and SPC, whose funding made our participation possible – Kam bati n rabwa! 🙏
The PIOC is a vital platform for Kiribati and other Pacific nations to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and advance collective actions in safeguarding our ocean resources. The team contributed to delivering Kiribati National Marine Spatial Planning process & its progress highlighting challenges & lessons learned, including Kiribati national Ocean Policy progress, ECOPs achievement, and Kiribati context in Ocean Acidification Monitoring. For the Ministry of Fisheries & Ocean Resources, this conference reinforces our commitment to sustainable ocean management, fisheries development, and protecting the livelihoods of our people
Together, we continue to stand for a healthy, resilient, and productive Pacific Ocean.
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MFOR Strengthens Capacity on Climate Services for Fisheries

From 30 September to 2 October, an in-country training was held at MTC Betio, organized by the Climate Service Application (ClimSA) Project and Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Program (SPREP). The program brought together seven participants—one from each division of the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources— in collaboration with the Kiribati Meteorological Services’ Oceanographer and Climate Teams.
The training was led by European Union Joint Research Centre (EU JRC) Senior Fisheries Expert Jean-Noel Droun and focused on the development of innovative fisheries products to strengthen resilience to climate change, particularly for small-scale fisheries, and to support food security in the South-West Pacific region.
This initiative represents a significant step towards integrating climate information into fisheries planning and management at the national level, ensuring sustainable and climate-resilient fisheries for Kiribati."
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First-Ever Fisheries Evidence and Court Presentation Training in Kiribati

Understanding legal responsibility under the Fisheries Act, gathering vital evidence related to fisheries infringements and knowing how the court works in handling offences is the purpose of the “Evidence Gathering & Court Presentation in Fisheries” training held this week from 1-3 October 2025, at the Marine Training Center, Betio, Tarawa.
The training, which is the first ever conducted for fisheries enforcement officers, is attended by oceanic and coastal enforcement officers, fisheries observers, including fisheries assistants from outer islands and the Line Islands. The objective of the training is to strengthen enforcement capacity and build confidence in these officers to better understand their role in fisheries monitoring, control and surveillance (MCS) space. A vital component of the training is the mock trial, where participants will undergo practical exercises replicating the reality of courtrooms in the real world. The result of this training is expected to boost the confidence of enforcement officers in conducting their jobs to ensure marine resources are legally protected.
MFOR greatly acknowledges the funding support by PROP and the staff of the Attorney General's office for conducting and facilitating the three-day session.
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