Expedition Will Obtain Timely Marine Data
“The expedition will help us understand the health of our corals, the status of our fish stocks, and the quality of our water across our island,” Mr Ravu said.
23 May 2023 12:40
Aerial view of the Research vessel berthed at Suva Harbour on May 22, 2023. Photo: Tom Vierus/Waitt Foundation
Blue Prosperity Ocean Science Expedition is an avenue for obtaining timely and much-needed marine data for decision-making purposes.
The expedition was launched yesterday by the Minister for Fisheries and Forestry, Kalaveti Ravu at the Suva Royal Suva Yacht Club.
It is part of the agreement made between the Blue Prosperity programme and the Fiji Government.
A group of NGOs, academic institutions, foundations, and other organisations have formed the Blue Prosperity Coalition to help committed governments
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