Headquarters Joint Task Force Command, Blackrock Camp.

28/10/2026

28/10/2026

𝐑𝐅𝐌𝐅 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐍 𝟏𝟑𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐂 𝐀𝐆𝐌 & 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐏 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) is represented by the Commander Joint Task Force Command, Brigadier General Manoa D. Gadai and PSO, Captain V. Erasito at the 13th Association of Asia-Pacific Peace Operations Training Centres (AAPTC) Annual General Meeting and Workshop 2026 in Manila, Philippines.

The gathering brings together peacekeeping training institutions from across the Asia-Pacific region to exchange experiences, strengthen partnerships and promote effective training in support of United Nations peace operations.

A significant milestone is the handover of the AAPTC Chairmanship and Secretariat from Bangladesh Peacekeeping Training Centre to the Philippines Peacekeeping Training Centre. The RFMF acknowledges Bangladesh PTC’s leadership and contribution and congratulates the Philippines PTC as it assumes the responsibility.

Fiji’s participation reaffirms the RFMF’s commitment to preparing professional peacekeepers, strengthening regional cooperation and contributing to international peace and security.

26/10/2026

21/10/2026

𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏𝐒 𝐀𝐓 𝐇𝐐 𝐉𝐓𝐅𝐂, 𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐊 𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐏

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces Joint Task Force Command (RFMF JTFC) is co-hosting the Humanitarian Assistance Response Training (HART) course with the Center for Excellence in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance (CFE-DM) at Blackrock Camp, Nadi.

Conducted from Wednesday, 21 October to Wednesday, 28 October 2026, the training brings together national agencies and regional partners to strengthen preparedness and coordination for Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response.

On behalf of Commander JTFC, Brigadier General Manoa D. Gadai, the Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel S. Baka, delivered the opening remarks alongside CFE-DM Deputy Director, Mr Steve Castonguay.

Participants include representatives from the Fiji’s Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs, RFMF, Republic of Fiji Navy, Fiji Police Force, National Fire Authority, Airports Fiji Limited, United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA) and Pacific Response Group (PRG) personnel currently based in New Zealand which comprises of personnel from Fiji, Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and Tonga.

HART aims to strengthen participants ability to plan, coordinate and support effective civil-military coordination for HADR. The course builds understanding of the roles and capabilities of military, civilian and humanitarian organisations, and how these partners can work together to meet the needs of disaster-affected communities.

This engagement supports stronger interagency cooperation and regional partnerships, helping prepare responders to deliver timely, coordinated assistance and protect lives across Fiji and the Pacific through this historical milestone of RFMF-JTFC co-hosting the HART with CFE-DM.

07/10/2026

𝐑𝐅𝐌𝐅 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐆𝐔𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐎𝐅 𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐑

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) accorded a ceremonial welcome to Pacific leaders arriving at Nadi International Airport for the Pacific Pre-COP31 discussions currently underway in Nadi.

Commander Joint Task Force Command, Brigadier General Manoa Gadai, represented the Commander of the RFMF and received the visiting Pacific leaders, who were accorded a ceremonial 100-member Guard of Honour upon arrival.

The ceremonial welcome reflects the RFMF’s commitment to supporting significant regional engagements and highlights Fiji’s warm hospitality and respect for Pacific leaders as they gather to address climate change and other issues of shared importance to the region.

23/09/2026

23/09/2026

𝐇𝐐 𝐉𝐓𝐅𝐂 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐒𝐏𝐃𝐌𝐌 𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐊 𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐏 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐒 𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐇 𝐎𝐅 𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂 𝐃𝐄𝐅𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐇𝐔𝐁

Headquarters Joint Task Force Command (HQ JTFC) welcomed delegates of the 11th South Pacific Defence Ministers’ Meeting (SPDMM) to Blackrock Camp, Nadi. The meeting which is being held under the theme “Securing the Blue Pacific: Collective Responsibility, Resilient Futures.”

The visiting delegation was led by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Tupouto‘a ‘Ulukalala, Tonga’s Minister for His Majesty’s Armed Forces. His Royal Highness was received with a 100 men Guard of Honour. Defence Ministers, Chiefs of Defence Forces and other delegates were also welcomed by a traditional welcome ceremony before receiving briefings and showcase of Joint Task Force Command Peacekeeping, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief, Security and Stability Operations including the Joint Counter Narcotics Capabilities.

The Commander Joint Task Force Command, Brigadier General Manoa D. Gadai in his welcome address called for coordinated regional responses to climate change, terrorism and illicit drugs. “They do not recognise borders. Therefore, neither should our cooperation,”. He emphasised that regional partnerships must respect national sovereignty and serve the priorities of Pacific peoples. Brig Gen Gadai highlighted Blackrock Camp’s role as an operational headquarters and a regional centre for training, preparedness and partnership.

During the visit, Australia’s Assistant Minister for Defence, the Honourable Peter Khalil MP, launched the Defence Training Hub – Pacific at Blackrock Camp. Developed through SPDMM in partnership with Pacific nations, the online platform brings regional defence and security training opportunities together in one place. It includes more than 150 modules covering maritime security, land-based security, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

The hub’s Learning Pathways tool will help personnel identify the training and experience needed to progress into specialist and leadership roles. As the platform grows, it is also expected to support information sharing on training activities, regional exercises and defence cooperation initiatives.

Fiji’s Minister for Defence, Honorable Pio Tikoduadua, also addressed the delegates. He announced Fiji’s intention to host the Pacific Response Group in the future, demonstrating Fiji’s commitment to strengthening the region’s ability to respond together to emergencies and disasters.

The visit to Blackrock Camp and the Training Hub’s launch reflected SPDMM’s commitment to developing Pacific personnel, strengthening partnerships and improving the region’s collective readiness.

25/08/2026

𝐂𝐉𝐓𝐅𝐂 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐅𝐌𝐅 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐬

On Monday, 24 August 2026, the Commander Joint Task Force Command (CJTFC), Brigadier General M.D. Gadai, addressed Republic of Fiji Military Forces personnel at Blackrock Camp, Nadi, during the morning parade. The parade included personnel from Joint Task Force Command and participants of Exercise Bougainville.

In his address, the CJTFC acknowledged the commitment and efforts of all personnel involved in the exercise, as well as the contribution of RFMF personnel towards achieving the Force’s objectives. He emphasized the importance of the One Military concept, highlighting unity, teamwork and collective effort as key to strengthening the effectiveness and operational readiness of the RFMF.

Following the parade, the CJTFC, accompanied by the Chief of Staff Land Forces Command, Colonel Penioni Naliva, visited the Exercise Control (EXCON), where he was briefed by the Exercise Planning Staff on the progress and conduct of Exercise Bougainville.

The CJTFC commended Colonel Naliva and his team for their efforts in designing and coordinating the inter-agency exercise. He also acknowledged their commitment and hard work in ensuring the successful conduct of the exercise and its contribution to strengthening inter-agency coordination and operational preparedness.

Later that day, the CJTFC, together with the Commander Republic of Fiji Military Forces (CRFMF), hosted the Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs, Honourable Pio Tikoduadua, at Blackrock Camp. The visit commenced with a Quarter Guard ceremony, followed by a strategic discussion at the CJTFC's office on the future direction, priorities and operational requirements of the RFMF. The visit continued with a buffet lunch before the Honourable Minister was accompanied by the CRFMF to Nadi International Airport to observe a mass casualty exercise.

The exercise involved multiple agencies, including the Fiji Police Force, National Fire Authority, Nadi International Airport security personnel and relevant airport staff, demonstrating the importance of a coordinated whole-of-government response during major emergencies.

The visit provided an important opportunity to strengthen the relationship between the Ministry of Defence and the RFMF, while highlighting the Force's commitment to operational readiness, inter-agency cooperation and its preparedness to respond effectively to national emergencies.

02/08/2026

Brigadier-General Gadai said the Western Division joint task force team successfully carried out the raid.