The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji (MSAF) has expressed concern over the increasing transportation of drugs via the seafront and is collaborating with the Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) to combat these illegal activities.
MSAF Chief Executive Officer Joeli Cawaki highlighted this issue while addressing the media during the commemoration of the 2024 International Anti-Corruption Day at Albert Park.
Cawaki says the rise in drug trafficking poses significant risks to Fiji's maritime security and societal well-being.
He says MSAF is stepping up its efforts to strengthen oversight and enforcement at seaports and other maritime entry points to prevent their exploitation by drug traffickers.
Cawaki says MSAF is actively engaging with FICAC to ensure robust measures are implemented to tackle this threat effectively.
The CEO also explained that the partnership with FICAC aims to address corruption and criminal activities that facilitate drug trafficking, highlighting the need for coordinated action to secure Fiji’s maritime borders.
Cawaki also stressed the importance of public cooperation, urging citizens to report suspicious activities and remain vigilant to support efforts in safeguarding the nation’s maritime security.
