SUVA, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) -- Fiji's Minister for Transport Ro Filipe Tuisawau has instructed the Land Transport Authority to develop regulations for mandatory drug testing during driving tests, saying the policy will apply to every driver without exception.
Tuisawau believed that the measure will eventually become a standard part of the licensing process for the Land Transport Authority, Fiji Broadcasting Corporation reported on Wednesday.
While drug testing is a response to concerns about public service vehicle (PSV) drivers being allegedly involved in drug trafficking, it will not be limited to them alone, the minister said.
"Whether it's for driving licenses or PSV licenses, whether they are regular or provisional, we should be implementing drug testing as well as random checks in collaboration with police," he said.
He added that he was actively working toward implementing the policy, and expected to see progress in the near future.
The Fiji Taxi Association has also called on the government to revoke the licenses of any taxi drivers found to be involved in the illegal drug trade. ■
