Riya Mala 
Cabinet has approved the lifting of the ban on the harvesting and trade of bêche-de-mer, under strict conditions aimed at protecting sustainability.
Harvesting of approved species will be allowed for four months from 1 February 2026 to 30 May 2026.
An additional two-month period, until 30 July 2026, will be granted for licensed traders to process and export their stock.
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The Ministry of Fisheries will closely monitor harvesting, processing, and exports to ensure compliance with sustainability rules and to prevent over-exploitation.
The government says the controlled reopening is designed to support coastal livelihoods while safeguarding Fiji’s marine resources for future generations.
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