Fiji Commended for Outstanding Leadership as APO Chair

The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) has extended a formal vote of thanks to outgoing APO Chair and Fiji’s Permanent Secretary for Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations, Jone Maritino Nemani, for his exemplary leadership during the 2024–2025 term.

In an official letter from APO Secretary-General Dr. Indra Pradana Singawinata, Nemani was praised for his “unwavering commitment,” “professional handling of sensitive matters,” and his role in steering the 67th Session of the APO Governing Body held in Jakarta, Indonesia, from 20 to 22 May 2025.

“Your impartial, composed and professional handling of sensitive matters enabled the sessions to proceed in a transparent, orderly manner,” Dr. Singawinata wrote. He added that Nemani earned the trust and respect of all participating member economies, and that “it is not an overstatement that many will miss the dynamic leadership you brought to the role of APO Chair.”

The letter also acknowledged Nemani’s efforts in advancing constructive dialogue, strengthening collegiality, and contributing to discussions on membership reform and the APO Chair term.

Special appreciation was also given to Fiji’s APO Liaison Officer, Fulori Nasau Tuiraki, and the Ministry of Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations for supporting Nemani’s term.

Despite being a small island nation, Fiji continues to punch above its weight on the global stage—demonstrating that size is no barrier to influence when backed by principled leadership and professional excellence. Nemani’s tenure as APO Chair has reaffirmed Fiji’s growing reputation as a capable and respected voice in regional and international forums.

As Nemani concludes his term as APO Chair, he will continue to serve as Fiji’s APO Director and a member of the APO Green Productivity Advisory Council, based in Tokyo, Japan where his guidance is expected to remain a valuable asset in the organization’s sustainability efforts.