Shaheen Ali

Trade, Digital Economy & MSME Policy Leader | Former Permanent Secretary, Fiji | Pacific & Global engagement

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

Check out my latest article: Presence Is Not Influence: A Framework for Active Non-Alignment in Fiji’s Foreign Policy https://t.co/PZgHJmwm4b via @LinkedIn

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

Check out my latest article: MC14: The Pacific Must Be in the Room — And Influence the Deal https://t.co/uWAwZRatS9 via @LinkedIn

[Fiji 7s Team @Fiji7sTeam]

Fiji 🇫🇯 will play New Zealand 🇳🇿 in the Cup 🏆semifinals of Singapore 7s at 6.52pm tonight.

Fiji defeated South Africa 🇿🇦 24-19 in the quarters.

Fiji earlier beat Great Britain 🇬🇧 22-19 & Spain 🇪🇸 28-7 in pool play.

#HSBCSVNS #HSBCSVNSSGP

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

Grateful to my friends and followers for the support and encouragement.
A new chapter begins — opportunity for personal growth and moving forward.
Committed to continued engagement on trade, digital transformation, and MSME reform. #PublicService #Transition

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

On 20 Nov 2025, we consulted on Fiji’s #Plywood #Standards, aligning with international benchmarks to lift #safety, quality, fair competition in construction. Next: TSAC endorsement, gazettal & coordinated enforcement. Stronger standards for a safer Fiji🇫🇯#QualityInfrastructure

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

Honoured to be in Shanghai as Fiji engaged with China’s Ministry of Commerce & Pacific partners to advance #trade, #investment, #MSME, and #digitalconnectivity.

As we mark 50 years of #FijiChina friendship, I thank our counterparts for the partnership and vision tor future. 🇫🇯🇨🇳

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

🇫🇯 When innovation meets national pride, great things happen — and #BulaFlights is proof of that.
Fiji’s first home-grown flight-booking platform — Made in Fiji, by Fijians, for Fijians — making travel simple, transparent & stress-free.
#DigitalFiji #InnovationWithAHeart

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

Fiji takes another stride in strengthening its measurement infrastructure with the commissioning of the 15-ton Axle Pad Test Rig — protecting roads, empowering fair trade, and ensuring trust for every consumer, every citizen, and for Fiji. 🇫🇯⚖️

#Metrology #QualityInfrastructure

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

It was a pleasure to catch up with my @dfat colleagues. We discussed our enhanced partnership under #Vuvale, including #digitaltransformation, #cybersecurity and #commercialagriculture. We also committed to progressing regional trade and attracting quality foreign investments.

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

At #PRF25, Fiji’s message was clear:
Digital transformation must work for everyone — not just those in cities or connected markets.

We proposed real tools for small states:
✅ Rules to guarantee reliable internet
✅ A Pacific AI test space
✅ Systems that talk to each other

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

MSME support in action.
Over 2 days, we brought Gov’t, financiers & entrepreneurs together to align efforts — from iTaukei Business Funds to YES-backed startups like FijianHost, to export-driven Qito Sports.
Real stories. Real solutions.
This is just the beginning.
#MSMEFiji

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

5/ The 5G platform is in place.
Next: training, skills, services — and making sure every Fijian can benefit.
Vinaka to all involved.
#DigitalTransformation

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

Fiji enters the 5G era — but it must benefit all Fijians.

1/ On 15 Sept 2025, 5G spectrum licences came into effect.
Pleased to have formally issued these as PS for Communications — a step forward in our digital journey.
#Fiji5G #DigitalFiji

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

4/ Mobile operators are also committed to upgrade 2G & 3G sites to 4G in parallel.
That’s essential for digital inclusion and national reach.
#SmartFiji

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

From Suva to Nadi, Savusavu to Labasa — the voices shaping Fiji’s 🇫🇯 next
Trade Policy Framework are clear:

🔹 Power MSMEs
🔹 Fix Government coordination
🔹 Go digital
🔹 Include rural and maritime Fiji

Trade must deliver — not just policy, but impact.

#TPF2036 #TradePolicy

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

Farmers, vendors, fishers & startups are the engine of Fiji’s resilience.

On 18 Aug, with @ADB_HQ @UNDP @UNCDF, we launched parametric insurance to give MSMEs the safety net they need.

Fast, fair payouts — no red tape, just resilience.

#ParametricInsurance #ClimateResilience

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

Honoured to deliver keynote at Vinod Patel’s Supply Chain Conference 2025, sharing Fiji’s plan for resilient, agile #SupplyChain. From renegotiating US tariffs on our exports (32% → 15%) to launching BusinessNOW Fiji & the Trade Info Portal —we’re building a competitive economy

[Shaheen Ali @axeshane]

Honoured to deliver Fiji’s update this morning at #PacificCyberWeek—officially opened by DPM Hon. Kamikamica. We reaffirmed our commitment to cybersecurity, digital literacy, and regional cooperation. Cyber Week continues tomorrow: advancing AI, Digital ID, & Internet governance.