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Fiji Investment Climate Statement 2008

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1. Paragraph 2 contains the text of the 2008 Investment Climate
Statement for Fiji, per reftel.


2. Begin text:
Openness to Foreign Investment
In light of recent events in Fiji and concerns about the treatment
of some established foreign investors by Fiji authorities, potential
investors should exercise considerable caution. In December 2006,
the Republic of Fiji Military Forces overthrew the democratically
elected government and replaced it with an interim government chosen
by the military and headed by the military commander, serving as
interim prime minister. The military dismissed parliament, declared
a state of emergency, interfered with Fiji's independent judiciary
by suspending the chief justice pending investigation of alleged
irregularities, and temporarily restricted or suspended numerous
civil rights. The military repeatedly assured local and foreign
investors that Fiji remains a safe place to invest and do business.
However, under the interim government, the long-term investment tax
concession of one major U.S. investor was unilaterally and abruptly
withdrawn. Fiji's tax authority blocked exports of a renowned
mineral water in a dispute with the bottler over transfer pricing.
Negotiations to settle the dispute were marked by rancor and a lack
of transparency on the part of the government.

In a few cases, the military intervened in private business's
operations. It occupied without a warrant or process of law the
main offices of a foreign-owned mining operation, ostensibly on
security grounds, and established a committee to investigate the
mining company's decision to close down its operations in Fiji. As
part of the military's post-coup "clean-up" campaign to root out
alleged bureaucratic corruption, numerous board members of
government and quasi-government entities were summarily replaced,
often with little explanation. The validity of contracts or other
agreements entered into with these companies or the current interim
government may be subject to later interpretation by a court of law.


In late January 2007, the military interim government announced
plans to create an inter-agency investment review and facilitation
committee, to be headed by the CEO of the Fiji Islands Trade and

Investment Bureau.

This report reflects the longer-term investment climate and notes
where the coup has impacted it.

Generally, government restrictions and conditions are designed to
ensure that investment is desirable for Fiji's development and the
use of its resources. Fiji has a tradition of a strong judiciary
where contractual rights are generally upheld. However, post-coup,
the independence of the judiciary has come into question, raising
concerns about due process of law.

Fiji's economy is shifting from a reliance on sugar and textiles to
a focus on tourism and related industries. The textile industry has
been in decline for several years but the decline has accelerated
since global textile preferences were eliminated by the WTO
beginning in January 2005. The sugar industry is dependent upon
inflated prices paid by the European Union, scheduled to be phased
out beginning in 2008.

Fiji's economy shrank an estimated 4.2 percent in 2007. The
December 2006 coup led to the issuance of travel advisories by
Australia, New Zealand and the United States cautioning their
citizens about travel to Fiji, which in turn led to a decrease in
tourism revenues. The coup also resulted in a significant number of
capital projects being scaled down, deferred or terminated.
Forecasters predict low but positive economic growth during 2008,
primarily from a projected increase in tourist arrivals and its
effect on other sectors.

The Fiji Trade and Investment Bureau (FTIB) is responsible for the
promotion, regulation and control of foreign investment in the
interest of national development. FTIB pursues this task in
conjunction with relevant government ministries. Government approval
is required for all foreign investment in Fiji.

All businesses or enterprises with a foreign-investment component in
its ownership are required to apply to the Chief Executive, Fiji
Islands Trade and Investment Bureau, for the issuance of a
Foreign-Investment Certificate. The following information is
required:


1. Name of company, firm or enterprise;

2. Description of business activity being carried out by the
company, firm or enterprise;

3. Location and address;

4. Capital structure;

5. Shareholding structure;

6. Total investment in fixed assets; and

7. Total employment.

The Foreign Investment Act stipulates that the approval process for
investment applications should take no longer than 5 working days.
However, businesses should be prepared for any delays in
processing.

Contact: The Chief Executive, Fiji Islands Trade & Investment
Bureau, P.O. Box 2303, Government Buildings, Suva, Telephone: (679)
3315-988, Fax:(679) 3301-783, email: ftibinfo@ftib.org.fj, website:
www.ftib.org.fj

Certain types of investment are subject to restrictions. Investment
areas that have been reserved for Fiji Island nationals include
small scale business such as cafeterias, taxis/busses, handicrafts,
tailoring, shoe repair, plumbing/electrical, plant nurseries,
day-care, and veterinary services. Investors must meet certain
conditions prior to investment in some other restricted industries.
Fishing enterprises must have at least 30% local equity;
agricultural enterprises require at least 40% local equity. Full
listings of reserved and restricted areas can be found at:

http://www.ftib.org.fj

Foreign investors can acquire real estate. However, the land
situation in Fiji is complex and only a small percentage of land is
available for purchase. If the property is larger than one acre, the
Minister of Lands must approve the purchase. There are
industry-specific incentives for tourism, mining, filmmaking and
audio-visual activities, boat building, fishing, logging and saw
milling operations, and bus building.
Conversion and Transfer Policies
Following the December 2006 coup, the Reserve Bank of Fiji
introduced enhanced foreign exchange controls aimed at curbing
credit growth, relieving pressure on Fiji's foreign reserves and
avoiding a devaluation of the Fiji dollar. Previously, foreign
investors bringing in funds or equipment to invest in Fiji who
fulfilled all regulatory requirements were guaranteed repatriation
of their investment profits and capital. The new controls impose
new regulatory requirements and limit the amount of investment
profit and capital that may be repatriated. Although some of the
controls were relaxed in June 2007, including those on advance
payments for imports and local borrowing by foreign-owned companies,
the majority are expected to remain in place through 2008.

Although the Fiji dollar remains fully convertible, the Reserve Bank
has temporarily suspended offshore investments by non-bank financial
institutions, companies and individuals. It has rescinded
commercial banks' delegated authority to process a number of
typically larger types of transactions such as profit remittances,
and has reduced the limits on a number of transactions over which
the banks retain authority. Transactions above these require
express Reserve Bank permission. The Reserve Bank has also
introduced a credit ceiling on lending by individual commercial
banks, although no limits were placed on individual customers. The
Reserve Bank has said it will consider individual lending requests
above the new limits on a case-by-case basis.

Prior to the post-coup restrictions, the processing time for
remittance applications was approximately 3 working days, provided
all required documentation was provided. Transactions within the
newly reduced limits of the commercial banks' delegated authority
still process within this general timeframe. Remittance through
parallel markets continues to require prior approval by the Reserve
Bank.
Expropriation and Compensation

Under Section 40 of the Constitution and the Foreign Investment Act,
a foreign investor has the same protection against compulsory
acquisition of property as any other person. The foreign investor
has the same right as a national enterprise of recourse to the
courts and other tribunals of the Fiji Islands in respect of the
settlement of disputes.

Expropriation has not historically been a common phenomenon in
Fiji.
Dispute Settlement
The legal system in Fiji developed from British law. Under the
Constitution, the Fiji Islands Supreme Court is the final court of
appeal. Both companies and individuals have recourse to legal
treatment through the system of local and superior courts.

Laws govern all aspects of commercial transactions, including
bankruptcy law, and the courts have generally enforced these laws in
a transparent and consistent manner. A foreign investor has the
right of recourse to the courts and other tribunals of Fiji with
respect to the settlement of disputes.

However, following the December 2006 coup, the military appeared to
intercede in a dispute over the closure by a foreign investor of a
major Fiji gold mining operation. The mine's workforce appealed to
the military commander, calling on the interim government to
investigate the foreign owners' claims the mine was not longer
viable. Army troops occupied the mining company property for
several days, and the interim government established a committee to
investigate the company's closure decision and recommend response
options for the government. Also, in January 2007 it was reported
that the military had taken files from the Fiji company registry
without warrants as par of its self-initiated investigation into
possible corruption.

Past investment disputes have often focused on land issues,
particularly in the logging and tourism sectors. Such disputes have
been resolved through labor-management dialogue, government
intervention, referral to compulsory arbitration, or through the
courts.

Fiji is a party to the Convention on the Settlement of Investment
Disputes Between States and Nationals of Other States.
Performance Requirements and Incentives

Fiji's investment incentives scheme was reviewed and adjusted in
2007, with changes incorporated into the 2008 budget.. Foreign
investors can apply for incentives following registration with the
FTIB (http://www.ftib.org.fj/invest-fiji-incentive s.cfm)

To support the implementation of newly approved investments, FTIB
has established a monitoring system to assist companies in obtaining
necessary approvals to commence operations. The investing firm must
ensure that commercial production begins within 12 months of the
date of approval of the project.

Information on incentive packages for investors can be obtained from
FTIB. Incentives offered include preferential tax treatment and duty
free or low duty treatment of imported materials and equipment. The
incentives reflect the Fiji Government's long-term concerted efforts
to develop tourism, the filmmaking and audiovisual industry, and the
information technology industry. However the 2008 budget scaled back
a number of incentives aimed at the tourism sector.

Tourism-related incentives include tax-related investment allowances
on approved expenditures on tourist boats/ships and approved
building and expansion projects. Effective 2009, large tourism
development projects with capital investments of more than F$10
million may qualify for a seven-year tax holiday In addition,
import duty exemptions are available on all capital goods not
available in Fiji. Filmmaking and audio-visual incentives include a
15% tax rebate (to a maximum of F$3.75 million) on qualifying
production expenditure in Fiji, and between 125% and 150% tax
concessions for qualifying investments (of at least F$250,000) in
film, television and music productions, audio visual computer
software, interactive websites, e-commerce and telecommunication
operations. The government also offers incentives for the
development of agriculture, forestry, information technology and
rural businesses.

The Ministry for Industry, Tourism, Trade and Communication and the
Ministry for Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Civil
Aviation control import and export policy. Commercial import policy
includes consideration of tariff measures, import restrictions,
quota arrangements and other policies designed to assist development
of local industries.

Most imports are subject to import duty, which is levied at various
rates in accordance with the Customs Tariff Act of 1986. Such duties
may be waived or reduced upon eligibility for investment incentives.
Most goods may be imported without an import license. However, there
are restrictions on the import of a number of products to protect
local industries or for the purposes of quarantine. The restrictions
are absolute for some products, while others may be imported subject
to conditions imposed by statute or under license from the Ministry
of Commerce, Ministry of Agriculture, or other relevant ministries
or departments. Quotas may be placed on imports of particular
products, such as motor vehicles.
Right to Private Ownership and Establishment
Foreign investors are discouraged from acquiring controlling
interest in, or taking over established, locally owned enterprises
in Fiji. However, permission may be given if such an acquisition or
takeover is deemed to be in the national interest.

Foreign investors typically operate through a branch or a local
subsidiary in Fiji. Formation of both public and private companies
is possible, the process taking about two weeks. Registration costs
are nominal. The South Pacific Stock Exchange and authorized banks
in Fiji are allowed to approve investments by non-resident
individuals and businesses in publicly listed companies and in fixed
deposit accounts for amounts up to F$5 million (US$2.9 million) per
investor, per annum. Investments above F$5 million must be approved
by the Reserve Bank of Fiji. A public company must have a minimum of
seven shareholders, with no maximum; a private company must have a
minimum of two shareholders and a maximum of 50. There are no
nationality or residence restrictions on shareholders, but
applications for the issue of new or additional shares or capital
should be submitted to the Reserve Bank of Fiji for processing
before share certificates may be issued to nonresidents.
Protection of Property Rights
Intellectual Property

Fiji's Copyright Laws are in conformity with World Trade
Organization (WTO) Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property
(TRIPS) provisions. However, while copyright laws adhere to
international laws, and provisions are available for companies to
register a trademark or petition for a patent in Fiji through the
Office of the Administrator General of Trademark, Patents, Designs
and Copyrights, the enforcement of these laws remains inadequate. In
July 2006, the Fiji Audio Visual Association was established to
promote the protection of intellectual property and raise awareness
on copyright issues in Fiji. While police raided several video
outlets and confiscated illegal copies of DVDs and VCDs in 2006, no
charges of copyright infringement were ultimately filed. The open
sale of illegal materials has resumed, and illegal reproductions of
films, sound recordings and computer programs continue to be widely
available.

Contact: Administrator General, Trademarks, Patents, Designs,
Copyrights P.O. Box 2226, Government Buildings, Suva, Telephone:
(679) 3312-798, Fax: (679) 3300662

Fiji Audio Visual Industry Association, G.P.O Box 16353, Suva,
Telephone: (679) 3318912, Fax: (679) 3318910, Email: favia@iFiji.com


Land Rights

Land ownership and usage is a highly complex and sensitive issue in
Fiji society. In late December 2006, the post-coup interim
government imposed a temporary ban on all land sales after receiving
reports of alleged irregularities in the development and sale of
land to foreigners. The interim Prime Minister Bainimarama said he
was particularly concerned with the practice of converting native
land to crown or state land and its subsequent sale to
non-residents. The interim government also established a working
committee to examine land sale issues and to make recommendations to
regularize the process, with an eye to ensuring that "the landowners
are not disadvantaged in the process." The ban was partially lifted
in January 2007. Leases of so-called native title land, which
constitutes 87.75% of Fiji land, to non-Fiji residents and foreign
nationals remain restricted, but the government has said it hopes to
lift this restriction too at a later date.

Land in Fiji falls into three categories: Native land, Crown land,
and Freehold land.

Native Land refers to the 87.75% of the land held by indigenous
Fijians under communal tenure relationships. This land, which is
reserved for the special use of its owners, may not be sold, only
leased. The Native Lands Trust Board (NTLB) is the statutory body
responsible for managing native land, including leases. In its
post-coup anti-corruption drive the interim government dismissed
several NTLB officials and undertook a major investigation of the
board's past practices. Government plans a major reform of the NTLB
and the regulation of land usage that could affect investors.

Crown Land refers to the 3.95% of the land in Fiji owned by the
government. Like NLTB land, Government (Crown) land may not be sold.
The availability of crown land for leasing is usually advertised.
This does not, however, preclude consideration being given to
individual applications in cases where land is required for special
purposes.

Freehold, private land accounts for 8.06% of total land area.

Investors may lease land, though each lease category has different
conditions and terms. Leases may be sold, transferred and varied,
but such dealings are subject to the consent of the NLTB and Lands
Department.

Government leases for industrial purposes can be up to 99 years with
rents reassessed every 10 years. NLTB leases for land nearer to
urban locations are normally for 50-75 years. Annual rent is
reassessed every 5 years. The maximum rent that can be levied in
both cases is 6% of unimproved capital value. Leases also usually
carry development conditions that require lessees to effect
improvements within a specified time. Investors need to be mindful
of the interim government's investigations into the NLTB for fraud,
mismanagement and corruption, as these may affect future dealings
and lease of native title land

Apart from the requirements of the NLTB and Lands Department, town
planning, conservation and other requirements specified by central
and local government authorities affect the use of land. Investors
are urged to seek local legal advice in all transactions involving
land.

Contacts: Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Lands and Mineral
Resources, P.O. Box 2222, Government Buildings Suva, Telephone:
(679) 3211-556, Fax: (679) 3302-730

General Manager, Native Land Trust Board, P.O. Box 116, Suva,
Telephone: (679) 3312-733, Fax: (679) 3229-696
Transparency of Regulatory System
Although the government has made some positive efforts, there is a
perception among foreign investors of a lack of transparency in
government procurement and approval processes. Some foreign
investors considering investment in Fiji have encountered lengthy
and costly bureaucratic delays. Investment disputes involving the
government in 2007 and 2008 have raised serious transparency
concerns.

Prior to the coup, proposed laws frequently were not submitted for
public comment. However, a parliamentary committee process was
developing. Post-coup, legislation has been by presidential decree.
That process is facing constitutional challenges.

Efficient Capital Markets and Portfolio Investment

Fiji has a well-developed banking system supervised by the Reserve
Bank of Fiji (RBF). The RBF regulates the Fiji monetary and banking
systems, manages the issuance of currency notes, administers
exchange controls, and provides banking and other services to
government. In addition, it provides lender-of-last-resort
facilities and regulates trading bank liquidity.

There are five trading banks with established operations in Fiji:
ANZ Bank, Bank of Baroda, Colonial National Bank, Bank South
Pacific, and Westpac Banking Corporation. In addition, non-banking
financial institutions provide financial assistance and borrowing
facilities to the commercial community and to consumers. These
institutions include the Fiji Development Bank, Fiji National
Provident Fund, Housing Authority, Credit Corporation, Merchant
Finance, and insurance companies. As of August 2007, total assets of
commercial banks amounted to F$3.7 billion (US$2.3 billion).

The Capital Markets Development Authority (CMDA),formed in 1998, is
responsible for the development of capital markets and regulation of
market participants. As a result, a capital market is slowly
emerging, with 16 companies listed on the Suva-based South Pacific
Stock Exchange. The Regulation and Compliance Division of the CMDA
is responsible for the regulation and supervision of the market.
Political Violence

Fiji has suffered four coup d'etat in its history; two in 1987, one
in 2000 and one in December 2006. There was, in addition, a mutiny
within the Fiji military in November 2000. In May 2000, then Prime
Minister Mahendra Chaudhry and members of his government were held
hostage by a group of Fijian nationalists. In the end, Fiji's
military intervened, removed the coup leaders, and installed an
interim government that remained in power after 2001 general
elections. Largely the same government was again returned to office
following elections in May 2006. Investigations by the Fiji Police
and Public Prosecutor's office into the May 2000 coup resulted in
several convictions of high-ranking government officials, but
several of those jailed were subsequently granted early release on
various grounds.

Fiji remained relatively stable from 2000 to 2006. Mounting tensions
between the government and the military peaked in December 2006 when
the military staged a repressive but bloodless coup. Parliament was
dissolved, the prime minister deposed and effectively exiled to an
outer island, and government ministers and senior bureaucrats
removed from office. In January 2007, the military named an interim
government to govern until national elections can be held, with the
military commander as prime minister. The military committed
numerous human rights violations in attempting to silence critics of
the overthrow. It declared a state of emergency and eliminated or
restricted many civil rights. In May 2007, the formal state of
emergency was lifted, though it was reimposed for 30 days in early
September 2007.
In November 2007, police and the military arrested a group of 11
men, including a prominent locally based New Zealand businessman,
for allegedly plotting the assassination of interim government
leaders. In January 2008, the allegations remained under
investigation.

The interim government has stated that elections will be held in
March 2009.
Corruption
Credible allegations regarding misuse of government funds or abuse
of public office have been raised repeatedly over recent years,
especially in the annual Auditor General's reports. The limited
accountability for corruption, inefficient government systems and
lack of effective disciplinary processes pose major challenges to
Fiji's fight against corruption. Fiji's relatively small population
and limited circles of power often lead to personal relationships
playing a major role in business and government decisions.

Alleged corruption in government and the civil service was cited by
the military as a major justification for its overthrow of Fiji's
democratically elected government in 2006. The military itself,
however, has suffered from a lack of a transparent budgetary process
and itself evaded the Auditor General's investigations. Although the
previous government had announced anti-corruption initiatives,
including the establishment of an anti-corruption commission and the
legislating of a Freedom of Information Bill, progress was slow in
implementing these initiatives. The current interim government
established an independent commission against corruption, with broad
powers of investigation. However, implementing rules for the Fiji
Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) were established
by proclamation and may be challenged at a later date in court.

Fiji has yet to sign the UN Convention against Corruption and there
is little evidence to suggest that it will do so in the near
future.

At present, the media, Transparency International Fiji and the
non-governmental Pacific Center for Public Integrity (PCPI) play
important roles in raising anti-corruption issues.
Bilateral Investment Agreements
Fiji has negotiated double taxation agreements with the United
Kingdom, New Zealand, Australia, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Vanuatu
and Papua New Guinea. Fiji has not entered into a bilateral
investment agreement with the United States or any other country.

Fiji is party to a number of regional and international trade
arrangements, including South Pacific Regional Trade and Economic
Cooperation Agreement (SPARTECA),the Cotonou Agreement and GSP.
Under SPARTECA, Fiji has broad, duty-free access to the markets of
Australia and New Zealand for its exports, subject to certain
exceptions and limitations. In November 2007, Fiji signed an interim
Economic Partnership Agreement with the EU on trade in goods,
replacing the trading section of the Cotonou Agreement, which
secures preferential access to the EU market for some Fiji exports
(notable exceptions being sugar and rice). Fiji is also party to
regional trade agreements PICTA, PACER, and the Melanesian Spearhead
Group.
OPIC and Other Investment Insurance Programs

The U.S. Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) provides
investment insurance in Fiji for qualified applicants. The risks of
currency convertibility and expropriation are safeguarded under
Fiji's foreign-exchange regulations. OPIC provides political risk
insurance and loans for qualified projects. Fiji is not a member of
the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency.

The Fiji dollar is pegged to a basket of currencies of Fiji's
principal trading partners, chiefly Australia, New Zealand, the
United States, the European Union and Japan.
Labor

The workforce in 2006 was estimated at 369,300, of which about 34
percent are in formal, paid employment. Nearly 80 percent of the
workforce has been educated to a secondary school level and four
percent have received a university-level education or post-secondary
school technical training.

Fiji continues to face a "brain drain", with many skilled and
professional workers migrating overseas for better working and
living conditions. Acute shortages are found in the medical field,
with half the annual nursing graduates migrating each year.

The Ministry of Employment and Industrial Relations has
responsibility for the administration of labor laws and the
encouragement of good labor relations.

A new Employment Relations Act has been promulgated by decree and is
scheduled for implementation in April 2008. This legislation
consolidates and updates Fiji's labor and employment laws. The new
legislation mandates that labor disputes be resolved through
soon-to-be-established mediation courts and tribunals.

Fiji has been a member of ILO since 1974 and has ratified 25 ILO
conventions.
Foreign-Trade Zones/Free Ports

There are no foreign trade zones or free ports in Fiji, however
tax-free zones and factories exist. Tax-free factories (TFF) and tax
free zones (TFZ) are no longer available to new companies that wish
to establish a manufacturing plant for exports. However, companies
with existing (TFF/TFZ) approvals will continue until the expiry of
the approvals.

Foreign Direct Investment Statistics
According to data provided by the Fiji Islands Trade and Investment
Bureau, total foreign investment proposals approved in 2006 and 2007
amounted to F$1.05billion (US$630.5 million) and F$536.6million
(US$327.1million) respectively. In the same period, U.S.-based
investments approved in 2006 and 2007 totaled F$203.9million
(US$122.5million) and F$51.4million (US$31.3million). Although
approval is a precondition, it does not necessarily mean that an
actual investment will be made.

The Reserve Bank of Fiji estimates that in 2007 foreign direct
investment was the equivalent of 15% of GDP.

Web Resources
Fiji Islands Trade and Investment Bureau (FTIB),www.ftb.org.fj
Fiji Government, www.fiji.gov.fj
Fiji Government - Ministry of Foreign Affairs & External Trade,
www.foreignaffairs.gov.fj
Fiji Government - Ministry of Lands & Mineral Resources,
www.lands.gov.fj
Reserve Bank of Fiji, www.rbf.gov.fj
Capital Markets Authority of Fiji, www.cmda.com.fj
Native Land Trust Board (NLTB),www.nltb.com.fj
Mineral Resources Department, www.mrd.gov.fj/qfiji/
Fiji Islands Customs & Revenue Authority, www.frca.org.fj
Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC),www.spc.org.nc

SIPDIS
Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, www.forumsec.org.fj
OPIC, www.opic.gov
ILO, www.ilo.org/public/english/region/asro/suva/
Bureau of Statistics, www.statsfiji.gov.fj
Asian Development Bank - South Pacific Subregional Office,
www.adb.org/SPSO/

DINGER