A new sports facility will have a positive impact on the community of Nakasi as it will promote health and wellbeing.
This follows the opening of the $60,000 Nakasi volleyball court this morning by the Minister for Youth and Sports, Hon. Parveen Kumar.
“Given the current situation, it is pleasing to see that Fijians are keeping up with their fitness by making use of the walkways for an afternoon or morning family walk and the provision of this court will strengthen the Nakasi community in motivating each other in this new normal times," Minister Kumar said.
"Since health and hygiene is critical, all stakeholders and the public must play their roles in making sure that all Fijians return to recreational activity and sports but with strict guidelines to the Ministry of Health's protocols."
Minister Kumar also thanked China's Ambassador to Fiji, His Excellency, Qian Bo for the assistance provided to constructing the volleyball court.
“The Ministry made an official approach to His Excellency for some much needed assistance in sports development.”
“The Ministry is so thankful to His Excellency in supporting our request as this will bring much peace of mind to all Fijians in this area of Nakasi with the provision of such a top class facility.”
His Excellency, Qian Bo said this project is a clear demonstration of China’s support to Fijian communities and youth development.
With 2020 being the 45th year of diplomatic ties between Fiji and China, His Excellency Qian Bo said, “Within those years China and Fiji has seen rapid development in their bilateral relations with mutual respect and trust.”