Minister Meets Delegates from Sainsbury’s and World Wise Foods to Strengthen Sustainable Fish Export Partnership.

Minister Ahmed Shiyam met with representatives from Sainsbury's and World Wise Foods today to reaffirm the long-standing partnership between the Maldives and Sainsbury's.

The discussions focused on the importance of removing tariff barriers to facilitate improved market access for Maldivian fish products in the UK. The meeting also explored opportunities for continued collaboration to ensure that sustainably sourced fish from the Maldives reaches UK consumers.

The Minister reaffirmed the Maldives' commitment to sustainability, traceability, and strengthening value-chain partnerships that support Maldivian fishers while meeting the expectations of global markets.

Minister Ahmed Shiyam was accompanied by State Minister Dr. Amzath Ahmed, State Minister Mohamed Muththalib, and Dr Hussain Sinan, Director General.

Representatives from World Wise Foods included David Burton, Chief Executive; Rachel Munns, Head of Sustainability; Tim Watson, Head of Sales; Eve Patterson, Senior Account Manager; and Lauren McManus, Technical Manager.

Representatives from Sainsbury's included Dan Hobson, Head of Buying; Charlie Barnes, Buyer; Emily Meredith, Technical Manager; and Andy Hickman, Head of Human Rights.