I would like to thank you for answering our questionnaires regarding the Socio-economic value of the shark-diving industry in Fiji. I would also like to thank you for granting us access to interview your costumers during our survey last year.
Fijisharktourismeconomic-report_November-2011I am pleased to inform that the report regarding the study has been released by PEW Foundation and that it is available on line (link below).
I would like to point out that this study adds to the conservation efforts of individuals and institutions in Fiji, providing strong economic arguments for shark conservation and the creation of a shark sanctuary in Fiji.Feel free to circulate the report among your costumers, staff, etc.
Please, don’t hesitate to contact me in case you have any doubt or for further clarification. Report about the Socio-economic value of shark-diving in Fiji
Best regards,
Gabe
— Gabriel Vianna
PhD Candidate
Centre for Marine Futures/Animal Biology University of Western Australia
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)