This Thursday morning, representatives from both Tahoeraa Huiraatira and A Ti’a Porinetia parties united in the Polynesian Assembly to unanimously approve the dissolution of the Tahiti Pearl Consortium SEM – a controversial entity established under former President Temaru’s administration last February.
Key Developments:
✔ Historic Consensus: Rare cross-party agreement terminates the embattled organization
✔ Scathing Criticism: Autonomist factions denounced the initiative as a “spaghetti-flavored heist” (nod to the Italian jewelry consultant involved)
✔ Ministerial Confirmation: Pearl Minister Tearii Alpha cited the fatal lack of private investment
Next Steps for the Sector:
- Pearl Council Inauguration: First meeting scheduled July 1 to redefine industry strategy
- Continuity Measures: Laser traceability system (slated for year-end implementation) will proceed under Maison de la Perle
Political Fallout:
UPLD opposition members voiced strong dissent:
- Antony Géros accused the government of “repainting a blue project orange/yellow”
- Critics maintain dissolution jeopardizes long-term sector restructuring
“This clean slate allows genuine collaboration with professionals,” stated Minister Alpha, signaling a pragmatic shift from state-led to industry-driven solutions for Tahiti’s signature export.
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