Written by MFOR Media on 01 May 2025.
A new USD12.2 million fisheries infrastructure project for Kiribati, was signed today, 30th April 2025, between the Honourable Minister Ribanataake Tiwau, Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources of the Republic of Kiribati and his counterpart the Honourable Hong Lae-Hyung, Deputy Minister for Ocean and Fisheries from the Republic of Korea. This signing ceremony was conducted during the margins of the 10th Our Ocean Conference in Busan, Korea. This Fisheries Community Development Initiative for Sustainable Fishing in Kiribati project, is an Overseas Development Assistance (ODA) from the Republic of Korea and will finance two key infrastructures in Kiribati such as; the upgrading of the Bairiki Wharf and the construction of a new Fishermen Training Institute in Tanaea, among other things. Deputy Minister Honourable Hong Lae-Hyung acknowledged Kiribati’s continued collaboration with South Korea attested through the long-standing relationship spanning over 46 years. Honourable Minister Tiwau reciprocated with a deep appreciation to the people and Government of South Korea for their continued assistance and commitment to support the people of Kiribati through their cooperation programs, including the Korea Overseas Fishing Association and their fishing companies. This new milestone project is expected to begin immediately this year 2025 in the next months ahead and to be completed by 2029.
Written by MFOR Media on 30 April 2025.
Two officers from the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources traveled to the island of Arorae to carry out important fieldwork focused on marine resource management. Over the course of a week, they collected data on local fishing activities — including commonly used fishing spots, catch volumes, fishing methods, and other relevant practices — using the Ikasavea mobile app. This information is vital for shaping policies and guidelines to protect and sustain marine resources in Arorae and across Kiribati. The team returned on Friday, April 25, 2025. Special thanks to the World Bank’s PROP development program for funding this important mission.
“Bada sarang-haeyo” is the word for “I love the ocean” in Korea. This is the toast key word for Honourable Minister Ribanataake Tiwau to the global community gathered during the high-level opening dinner of the 10th Our Ocean Conference held in Busan, Korea from 28 to 30 April 2025. The high-level opening was attended by the dignatries such as Minister of Ocean and Fisheries of South Korea Honourable Minister Kang Do-Hyung, former Secretary of State of the United States John Kerry, UN Secretary General Special Envoy for the Ocean Ambassador Peter Thompson, Honourable Ministers from around the world, including the Blue Pacific. Honourable Minister emphasized during his remarks that Our Ocean Conference represents two powers in this planet, the power of the people and the power of the biggest asset in this world – our shared ocean. The time for action is now. Kiribati was invited to the 10th Our Ocean Conference by the Government of Korea, through Honourable Minister and his Secretary Riibeta Abeta. The Government of Kiribati sincerely thanked the Government of South Korea for the privilege to participate in the Our Ocean Conference, and for making a toast during this high-level opening dinner.
Written by MFOR Media on 29 April 2025.
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