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News updates from the Kiribati Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources.

Maiana Fish Center Assessment Mission Completed

The team from the Planning Division under the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources accompanied by the Local TA and CPPL rep visited Maiana from the 20th to 27th of September to carry out the assessment of the Fish center on the island. The study forms part of the new initiative to carry out the assessment on the Outer island fish centers to identify challenges that hinder the development of these centers. The Outer island Fish center one of the Government key projects with the aim to support the local fishing communities through promotion of quality seafood, sustainable fisheries supply chain, provide economic benefits and promote food security, however the project remains to encounter a number of challenges. Interestingly, the study expected to deliver key recommendations to inform the Ministry on future development interventions to ensure greater benefits to the wider communities of Kiribati. The Ministry wishes to extend words of gratitude for the support and hospitality of the Maiana community and special thanks to the donor, the EU Fisheries Sector Programme for making this mission successful for Maiana Island.

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Ms. Tokabai Bauro Champions Sustainable Marine Research in New Thesis

Congratulations to Ms. Tokabai Bauro for successfully completing the prestigious UN Nippon Foundation Fellowship and publishing her thesis:
“Strengthening the Regulatory Framework for Marine Scientific Research to Support Sustainable Marine Practices: A Case Study for Kiribati.”
Her work shines a global spotlight on Kiribati’s leadership in ocean governance and inspires future generations to pursue excellence in marine science and policy.
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MFOR and Partners Unite for National MELAD Week Cleanup

On Saturday, 20th September 2025, the MFOR came together with their partners (youths, communities) to support the National MELAD Week undertaking the clean up of their Tanobakoa site at Ananau Causeway, Bonriki. This effort was a support of the National MELAD Week that celebrated the commemoration of the International Coastal Cleanup Day. This clean up campaign, which was also joined by Miss Kiribati Ms Atiterentaai Rinimarawa,is crucial to environmental sustainability, maintaining the beauty of the islands and raising public awareness about keeping both land and our ocean clean. The MFOR acknowledge the strong turn-out and the collaboration of our partners for making this event a success. 

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Kiribati Joins FFA Market Access Strategic Planning in Brisbane

Director of the Competent Authority of the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources, Ms Tereere Tioti had an opportunity to participate in the development of the Forum Fisheries Agency’s (FFA) Market Access strategic plan that was held in Brisbane, Australia from 15th to 19th September. It is a great privilege to be involved in this workshop where it provides insight deliberation on key values, objectives and deliverables of the plan that FFA Market Access team can provide for all Regional Competent Authorities. MFOR is grateful for FFA’s support to allow Kiribati’s engagement this initiative, where we can develop a similar plan as a directive roadmap, enhance visibility, and monitor progress on key activities for the Competent Authorities (CAs). We acknowledge the funding support provided by FFA through its donor partners.

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