Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Professor Biman Prasad recently engaged with Pio Smith, the Regional Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), during the High-Level Regional Consultation on Financing for Development in Asia and the Pacific held in Bangkok.
During their discussions, DPM Prasad expressed gratitude to UNFPA for its critical assistance in crafting Fiji’s first National Population Policy. This policy is designed to address demographic shifts and align population trends with the country’s development goals, thereby laying the groundwork for Fiji’s substantial future growth and progress.
Furthermore, UNFPA is eager to see Fiji actively participating in the upcoming 58th session of the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) scheduled for April 2025, marking a significant opportunity for Fiji to contribute to regional discourse on population and development issues.
This meeting underscores the importance of international collaboration in tackling demographic challenges and highlights Fiji’s commitment to strategic development planning. Engaging with organizations like UNFPA not only benefits Fiji’s national policies but also strengthens ties with the broader international community dedicated to sustainable development goals.
In summary, this interaction is a promising step toward enhancing Fiji’s future through informed policy-making and collaborative efforts in the spheres of population and development.
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