Fiji Mahogany Act 2003 (No. 15 of 2003).
Country
Type of law
Legislation
Abstract
The Fiji Hardwood Corporation Limited shall be transformed into a privatised Company for the purposes of developing the mahogany industry in Fiji, including the harvesting and processing of mahogany forests. The Company shall actively encourage landowners to participate in the development, including harvesting, processing and marketing, of the mahogany industry in Fiji. The Fiji Mahogany Trust is established as a body corporate under section 5 for the benefit of landowners. The Trust shall have such objects as set out in the Trust Rules adopted by the Board of Trustees, after consultations with the landowners and with the approval of the Minister pursuant to section 7. The Minister may make Regulations to give effect to the provisions of this Act (sect. 8). (9 sections)
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Long title of text
An Act to make provisions for the development of the mahogany industry in Fiji, including harvesting and processing, to allow for landowners participation in the industry and for related matters.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
The Act shall come into force on a date appointed by the Minister by notice in the Gazette.
Repealed
Yes
Serial Imprint
Fiji Sessional Legislation.
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No