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PM: Govt Eyes 100Pc Renewable Power by 2036 FRIDAY JUNE 11, 2021 l 16 PAGES l ISSUE 8 VOL 11 l WWW.FIJI.GOV.FJ Fijijj Focus EFL DEAL Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama proudly shows the signed agreement on the sale of 44 per cent shares of Energy Fiji Ltd (EFL) to Sevens Pacific Pte Limited joint venture company established in Singapore. PM: Govt eyes 100pc renewable power by 2036 AZARIA FAREEN “I am happy to say that Chugoku is that PM Bainimarama said the Fijian Govern- cific and the company should also realise strategic investor through Sevens and as ment will remain as the majority sharehold- that whilst EFL has operated really well HE Fijian Government’s vision to one of Japan’s largest utility companies, we er owning 51 per cent while 44 per cent will in terms of government infrastructures, supply 100 per cent of energy in Fiji are thrilled that Chugoku will be bringing be owned by Sevens and 5 per cent by Fi- financial capacity and accountability, the Tfrom renewable sources by 2036 is their knowledge and technological exper- jian Domestic Account Holders. partnership now with Sevens presents an coming to fruition. tise particularly in renewable energy to our The Attorney-General and Minister for enormous opportunity for the new EFL to This follows Prime Minister Voreqe Bain- shores,” Prime Minister Bainimarama said. Economy, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, speaking venture into investment opportunities out- imarama signing an agreement on the sale “EFL is already at the forefront in adopt- at the event, said “this is a momentous oc- side of Fiji too,” he said. of 44 per cent shares of Energy Fiji Ltd ing renewable energy sources. In 2018 casion for Fiji with the Fijian Government The A-G added that with Fiji’s carbon (EFL) to Sevens Pacific Pte Limited. over 50 per cent of the country’s electric- going through an arduous process to being footprint being almost negligible in com- Sevens is a joint venture company estab- ity was generated by EFL utilising renew- able to finally develop this partnership”. parison to other countries in the world, Fiji lished in Singapore comprising of a part- able sources, and now with Chugoku, EFL “For a Small Island Developing State, it is is still set on its target to achieve carbon nership between the Japanese company will be further strengthening their opera- critically important to get credible partners neutrality by 2050. Chugoku Electric Power Company Limited tions and undertaking projects that will sig- on board in particular for key infrastruc- So far, around 40,000 Fijians are share- (Chugoku) and the Japan Bank of Interna- nificantly expand their renewable energy ture areas such as energy, ports and various holders in EFL who have received tional Cooperation (JBIC). sources to communities all over Fiji.” other areas where there is a collaborative 7,283,400 shares in EFL while a balance of In signing the agreement, Prime Minister “Sevens will assist the Fijian energy sec- approach to ensuring that they not only 17,716,600 shares are currently held in the Bainimarama said the Fijian Government tor to transition away from its dependence deliver services and improve the quality trust by Central Share Registry Limited for had always aimed to secure a strategic in- on harmful fossil fuels towards clean ener- of services but its turnaround times and of future EFL customers. vestor in EFL who will align Fiji’s energy gy sources and this transformation will be course being a good point of investment for Domestic account holders earning less sector to international best practices and a shining beacon to the world showcasing the strategic partners.” than $30,000 received 250 shares and those ensure the long-term development of ro- our dedication and commitment in revolu- “The opportunities in Fiji are numerous above that threshold received 150 shares. bust renewable energy programs. tionising our energy sector,” he added. with Fiji seen as the hub of the South Pa- email: [email protected]; @FijianGovt; Fijian Government; visit us @ www.fiji.gov.fj COVID-19 AWARENESS #TogetherWeCan phone: 3301806 QUOTE OF THE WEEK Digital transformation Voreqe Bainimarama These past few weeks ‘paramount for Govt’ have not been easy HE Attorney-General and Minister for Communica- for my Government tions Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum participated in a high-level and the Fijian people. Tvirtual Roundtable with the theme “ICTs for Inclusive, We fully contained Resilient and Sustainable Societies and Economies (World COVID-19 for a year, Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) - Action Lines for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals)” recently. but this disease This event was attended by Ministers from over 40 different has now managed countries. to escape into our The A-G spoke about how the Fijian Government’s invest- communities. We ment and policy initiatives in ICT in recent years have in- creased mobile internet connectivity and decreased data rates know it will be a long, significantly. This has enabled rapid implementation, adop- tough road ahead, but tion and accessibility of new technology which has assisted we succeeded once in responding to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pan- and are confident that demic. The A-G shared with the forum the suite of digital tools such we will stop this virus as mobile money wallets, contact tracing application, USSD again. platform, QR codes and online portals coupled with various policy initiatives that are being used to provide timely assis- Voreqe Bainimarama tance to Fijians and implement COVID safe measures and Fijian Prime Minister protocols. [email protected] Attorney-General and Minister for Economy Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum during a high-level virtual NUMBERS Roundtable with over 40 minsters from different countries. VACCINATION TOTALS BY DIVISION AS OF JUNE 4, 2021 CENTRAL DIVISION 39% - 1st dose .28% 2nd dose WESTERN DIVISION 47% - 1st dose 1.79% 2nd dose NORTHERN DIVISION 12% - 1st dose .32% 2nd dose EASTERN DIVISION 11% - 1st dose 0% 2nd dose The upgraded two bedroom house plan which is a Category 4, Engineer Certified house plan. TWEET OF THE WEEK Ministry launches upgraded two-bedroom house plan IJIANS living in the Rural and Maritime weather conditions,” Hon. Kumar stated. can act as a “safe house”. areas now have the opportunity to build Minister Kumar also highlighted that the plan The living room can easily be converted in Fbetter and stronger homes. is available to all rural and maritime dwellers to a smaller bedroom or as storage to store the This is after the Ministry of Housing and free of charge and can be accessed and down- valuable belongings in preparation for evacu- Frank Bainimarama (@FijiPM) Community Development launched its up- loaded from the Ministry’s website. ation. This can also act as transitional shelter No one owns the ocean. graded Two Bedroom House Plan which is a “It comes with a complete set of engineering for a household in the unfortunate event that Humanity are simply stewards, Category 4, Engineer Certified house plan. drawings and list of materials. The Ministry the other parts of the house are damaged by a entrusted with the care of the With frequent and increasing occurrence of has gone one step further this time in nego- strong cyclone. sea and the life it sustains. On #WorldOceanDay, we call on the natural disasters having made a great impact tiating very competitive material pricing with The additional two bedrooms of the house are world to join Fiji in sustainably on the housing infrastructure, especially for suppliers and these prices are accessible to any timber framed structures with weatherboard managing 100% of the ocean by those living in the Rural and Maritime areas, Fijian who wishes to build his home using this exterior coverings. The breezeway separat- 2030. We are one people. We Premila Kumar, Minister for Housing and plan. ing the “core house” from the bed rooms can share one ocean. Let’s act like it. Community Development highlighted that the The negotiated cost of materials for the basic work as an open living space and will mitigate introduction of this upgraded plan will provide house is around $21,000.00 VIP. There are op- any risk of fires as the cooking facilities are CONTACT DETAILS a safer and cost-effective option to Fijians liv- tional items such as kitchen joinery which can located separately. MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS ing in these areas. be added as per the affordability to the house- “This concept has been developed after a long Main office: New Wing, Ground Floor, Government “The Ministry’s aim is to assist the Rural and holds,” Minister Kumar said. thought process. The concept of the “Core Buildings,Suva Maritime dwellers in building stronger and The new house plan is a refined version of House”, as you can see brings in many value North office: Level 3 Macuata House, Labasa West office: Level 1 Ratu Nauliano House, Koroivalu cyclone resilient homes. With this upgraded the existing plan where the kitchen and sanita- additions to the concept and in increasing the house plan, more people will be able to ben- tion facilities have been further upgraded into level of climate resilience of our Rural and Contacts: Suva: 3301806 West: 6700086 efit and be able to build more resilient houses a “core house”. This core house has a block Maritime Dwellers. This also will help Fijians North: 8811276 in these areas. They will be able to feel se- wall structure and includes a living area, kitch- to return to their normal livelihood within a Fax: 3305139/3304663 [email protected] cure knowing that their houses will be strong en and sanitation facilities. In the event of an very short time after a natural disaster,” Minis- @FijianGovt enough to withstand strong winds and extreme unforeseen emergency such as a cyclone, this ter Kumar said.
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