18/11/2025
🌿 Exporter & Importer Awareness Update – Ministry of Forestry 🌿
As part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring sustainable, responsible and compliant trade within the forestry sector, the Ministry of Forestry is strengthening awareness for all exporters and importers dealing with timber and forest-related products.
🔍 Key Reminders for All Traders:
• Ensure all export and import documentation is accurate, valid, and submitted on time.
• Verify that products meet all regulatory requirements, including species identification and legal sourcing.
• Maintain transparency throughout your supply chain to support government efforts in combating illegal logging and unsustainable practices.
• Engage early with the Ministry for permits, inspections, and any clarifications to avoid shipment delays.
🌱 A resilient forestry sector depends on collective responsibility. By complying with regulations and adopting sustainable practices, we protect our forests, support local communities, and strengthen Fiji’s reputation in global markets.
The Ministry encourages all exporters and importers to stay informed, ask questions, and work collaboratively to ensure a sustainable future for our forestry resources.
🤝 Together, let’s promote legal, sustainable and responsible trade.
