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🌐💻 𝐅𝐈𝐉𝐈 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐅𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐀𝐓 𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐘𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 🇫🇯✨

Fiji proudly showcased its commitment to a secure, inclusive, and resilient digital future for all nations — especially Small Island Developing States (SIDS) — at the Singapore International Cyber Week (SICW) 2025, held from 20–23 October 2025. 🌏💡

Representing Fiji, Ms. Tupou'tuah Baravilala, Director-General for Digital Government Transformation, Cybersecurity and Communications, was a featured panellist in two high-level sessions alongside global leaders including representatives from Malaysia, Russia, Timor-Leste, Brazil, the UK, and the UN. 🤝🌍

In her remarks, Ms. Baravilala highlighted the importance of:
🔹 Inclusive and consistent participation of all States — especially SIDS — in global cyber dialogues;
🔹 Tailored capacity-building to strengthen digital resilience; and
🔹 The implementation of international law and responsible State behaviour in cyberspace. ⚖️💬

Fiji continues to lead by example in advancing digital inclusion, cybersecurity cooperation, and global collaboration for a safer digital world. 🌺💪

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🇫🇯🇮🇩 The Minister for Health and Medical Services, Hon. Dr. Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu met with Indonesia’s Minister for Health, Hon. Budi Gunadi Sadikin, on the margins of the WHO 76th Session of the Western Pacific Regional Committee Meeting at the Sheraton Resort this evening.

This RCM76 marks Indonesia’s first participation as a member of the Western Pacific Region, following its reassignment from the South-East Asia Region during the 78th World Health Assembly in May 2025.

During the bilateral meeting, Hon. Sadikin reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to working closely with countries across the Western Pacific Region to strengthen cooperation and advance the health and well-being of all its people.

✨ Happy Diwali! ✨

The Fiji Embassy in Jakarta extends warm greetings to all Fijians, Indonesians, Singaporeans, and our family and friends across South East Asia, back home in Fiji, and around the world celebrating this Festival of Lights.

May this Diwali bring joy, prosperity, and peace to your homes and hearts.

With best wishes,
From the Staff and their Families of the Fiji Embassy in Jakarta

𝐅𝐈𝐉𝐈 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐀 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍 𝐂𝐎𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐓 𝐃𝐑𝐔𝐆𝐒

The Minister for Policing, Hon Ioane Naivalurua and the Head of the Badan Narkotika Nasional (National Narcotics Board) Commissioner General Suyudi Ario Seto signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation in Preventing and Combating Illicit Narcotics Criminal Activities, Institutional Strengthening, and Capacity Building, on Monday 13th, 2025.

The MoU is to enhance cooperation between the Ministry of Policing and the BNN, in preventing and combating narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and their precursors and drug abuse.

The partnership between the two institutions is designed to foster a robust exchange of knowledge and expertise, aimed at enhancing training development and capacity building.

The Minister of Policing, Hon. Ioane Naivalurua, in his remarks highlighted that the Memorandum of Understanding signifies a shared vision and a collaborative spirit between the two countries in the fight against drug abuse and illicit drug trafficking.

The Head of National Narcotics Board (BNN) also stated in his remarks that BNN stands ready to provide concrete support to the government of Fiji in addressing narcotics-related challenges, in line with Fiji’s national priorities and share their experiences and best practices, including supporting the establishment of the Counter Narcotics Bureau and rehabilitation center.

The Honorable Minister also had the opportunity to visit the BNN rehabilitation center at Lido, to directly witness the function and the arrangement at their center. The visit was also an opportunity to see how Fiji can model its rehabilitation as part of the harm reduction priority in the Counter Narcotics Strategy.

The MoU marked a very significant occasion in strengthening and reinforcing a strong and enduring relations between Fiji and Indonesia. The agreement was signed prior to the 9th MSG Police Commissioners’ Conference (PCC) and the 4th MSG Police Ministers’ Meeting (PMM) held respectively in Jakarta from 14 and 15th October 2025.

Honorable Minister for Policing and the Commissioner of Police both chaired the PCC and PMM respectively. Some of the key outcomes of the meeting include:

- the endorsement in principle of the MSG Peace and Security Strategy (PSS);
- adoption of the recommendation for MSG members and Associate member to identify one or two key activities under any of the six prioritized strategies for immediate implementation; to be coordinated, monitored and evaluated by the MSG Peace and Security Strategy Implementation Working Group, headed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Policing, Republic of Fiji, Berenado Daveta;
- the establishment of an MSG Policewomen’s Network; and
- Fiji to host the 10th MSG PCC and 5th MSG PMM

🇫🇯 55th Fiji Day Celebrations | Jakarta, Indonesia 🇮🇩

The Fijian Diaspora in Indonesia joined the Fiji Embassy staff in Jakarta to commemorate Fiji’s 55th Independence Anniversary.

A beautiful evening of unity, laughter, and shared pride celebrating our journey as one people, one nation, and one Fiji.

Vinaka vakalevu to all our fellow Fijians and friends who came together to mark this special day. Fiji shines brighter because of the spirit and connection we carry, no matter where we are in the world.

𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐌𝐄 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐀𝐁𝐔𝐊𝐀 𝐒𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐈𝐒 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐖𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐄 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐃𝐀𝐘

𝐏𝐌 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐅𝐢𝐣𝐢’𝐬 𝟓𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

Independence is not celebrated as a single moment in history, but through the choices we make every day, the values we live by, and the future we build together, says Prime Minister Honourable Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka.

In his address to the nation marking Fiji’s 55th year of independence, the Prime Minister said 10 October is a reminder of who we are — “a people of strength, humility, and unity; a nation grounded in faith, tradition, and modern ambition; and a Pacific beacon of peace, democracy, and progress.”

“Let us stand together — not as iTaukei or Indo-Fijians, not as urban or rural dwellers, not divided by faith — but as one people, under one flag, with one vision. From the mountains of Viti Levu to the coral atolls of Yasawa, from the forests of Vanua Levu to the shores of Rotuma — let peace prevail. Let unity strengthen us. Let progress reach every home.

“We face mountain-like challenges. But as the Lord Jesus Christ said in the Gospel of Matthew: ‘If ye have faith as small as a mustard seed… nothing shall be impossible unto you.’
“Let us hold that faith — in ourselves, in each other, and in Fiji under God. Let Peace, Unity and Progress For All be our call to arms from this day forward.”

Noting that nearly 70 per cent of Fiji’s population was born after independence from Great Britain in 1970, the Prime Minister recalled that the nation’s founding fathers “envisioned a country where all people — regardless of ethnicity, faith, or background — could live together in harmony.”

“Today, we honour that vision by acknowledging the contributions of every community: the iTaukei, Indo-Fijians, Rotumans, Chinese, Europeans, Pacific Islanders, and all others who call these islands home.

“Our indigenous iTaukei communities remain the custodians of our land and traditions, sharing their resources and space for the wellbeing of many, preserving the identity that defines Fiji for all time.

“Our Indo-Fijian brothers and sisters have enriched our economy, culture, and social fabric through their hard work and resilience.

“All our communities have contributed to the tapestry of our nation — a nation made stronger by its many threads.”

The Prime Minister also addressed matters of defence, security, and global peace, recalling that Fiji’s peace doctrine — the Pacific Way, pioneered by the nation’s founding Prime Minister, the late Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara — continues to guide the nation’s regional security vision.

“Fiji’s international standing today has been paid for by the sacrifices of its sons and daughters. In the Great War, in regions closer to home, and through 45 years of international peacekeeping, we know the price of peace.

“With the endorsement of the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders this year, Fiji and the Pacific have made a profound contribution to international peace and security through the Ocean of Peace Declaration.

“To our servicemen and women — our peacekeepers serving abroad — serve with pride. For blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of the Most High God.”

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬

𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚, 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑹𝒆𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎:
“These [Fiji Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the Constitutional Review Commission] are not political tools — they are national conversations. They will give our people voice, dignity, and ownership of their democracy. In essence, it is about investing democracy in democracy.”

𝑭𝒊𝒋𝒊𝒂𝒏 𝑫𝒊𝒂𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒂:
“To our fellow Fijians abroad — in Australia, New Zealand, the US, Canada, the UK, Europe, Africa, and Asia — from a grateful nation, I say thank you. Your remittances, networks, advocacy, investments, and contributions help build our economy and strengthen our international reputation. You are always welcome home. You are forever part of our Vuvale.”

𝑭𝒂𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝑯𝒆𝒓𝒐𝒆𝒔:
“To our faith communities — your role in nurturing our moral and spiritual foundation is greatly appreciated. To our sportsmen and women — especially our rugby teams — you carry our flag with pride. You unite us in victory and humility.”

1992 𝑽𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 – 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑵𝒐𝒘:
“Our development blueprint in 1992 prioritised equal opportunity, national security, and improving the wellbeing of all Fijians, particularly in rural and maritime areas. We understood then, as we do now, that peace and prosperity must begin at the village, settlement, and household levels.”

𝑷𝒖𝒕𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝑭𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝑹𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝑫𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒑𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕:
“True independence means living with dignity, no matter where in Fiji you live. Your Government is expanding access to clean water, electricity, internet, and essential infrastructure across rural and maritime communities. Roads, wharves, and bridges are not just structures — they are gateways to opportunity, education, healthcare, and futures.”

𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑯𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝑺𝒆𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚:
“Our people are at the centre of our nation. That’s why health remains a national priority. We are upgrading hospitals and nursing stations, deploying more medical professionals, and improving access to essential medicines. From mental health to NCDs to HIV prevention, we are acting decisively.”

𝑬𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉 𝑬𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕:
“Our education system must produce globally competitive graduates — and it is. From remote schools to world-class tertiary institutions, we are nurturing minds that will lead us into the future.

“To our youth — you are 70 per cent of our population. You are not just the future; you are the now of our development focus. You are central to our National Development Plan and Vision 2050, built on economic resilience, people empowerment, and good governance. We ask for your critical thinking, innovation, and ideas to help us shape your Fiji.”

𝑪𝒍𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑨𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑶𝒖𝒓 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑷𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒄 𝑭𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆:
“Fiji will not be a victim. We are leaders. We are building resilient infrastructure, investing in renewable energy, and advocating globally for climate justice. At home, we are supporting communities forced to relocate and protecting our marine ecosystems.”

𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒄 𝑮𝒓𝒐𝒘𝒕𝒉 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑵𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚:
“We salute the backbone of our economy — our farmers, fishermen, industry workers, investors, maritime, aviation, hospitality, and charity workers, architects, engineers, entrepreneurs, and civil servants. You keep Fiji running.”

𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑𝒔:
“Fiji continues to widen and deepen its global relationships. Our missions abroad are gateways to expanded business and trade opportunities, as well as security and cultural alliances. They open new doors in agriculture, health, education, technology, and innovation.”

𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚 – 𝑶𝒖𝒓 𝑪𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒍 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆:
“To our civil servants: thank you. From Suva to the most remote parts of Lau — your service is the engine of national development.”

✅ Full script of the Prime Minister’s Address to the Nation can be accessed here: https://bit.ly/3KFt0x6
✅ The Prime Minister’s Address to the Nation video can be viewed here: https://bit.ly/475qIPp

Fijian scientist Ms. Tyler Rae Chung joins the NUS–OceanX team on their deep-sea expedition to the high seas in the eastern Indian Ocean in Singapore.

Ms. Chung brings with her expertise in bioinformatics, data modelling, and marine conservation.

Pictured here with Ms. Chi Foo, Deputy Secretary for Southeast Asia & ASEAN, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Singapore, during the launch of the OceanX expedition last Saturday 4th October 2025.

This marks part of the growing collaboration between Singapore, Fiji, and Small Island States in advancing ocean health and research in the high seas.

PRIME MINISTER RABUKA DELIVERS MINISTERIAL STATEMENT ON HIS RECENT OFFICIAL ENGAGEMENTS OVERSEAS

Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs Honourable Sitiveni Rabuka this morning outlined in Parliament a series of significant outcomes from his recent official visits and international engagements.

The engagements were;

✅ Official visit to the Republic of India from 27 to 29 August 2025;

✅ 54th Pacific Island Leaders Meeting in the Solomon Islands from 8 to 12 September 2025;

✅ Establishment of Fiji’s Embassy in Jerusalem, State of Israel on 17th September, 2025; and

✅The 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High Level week in New York from 22 to 26 September 2025.

These international engagements and visits reflect Fiji’s growing global partnerships and commitment to uplifting the lives of all Fijians.

While delivering his ministerial statement, the Prime Minister shared that since assuming office in 2022, his primary goal has been to reinforce our relationships with all our bilateral partners to restore Fiji’s position on the global stage as friends to all and enemy to none.

“The core principles of sovereignty, security and prosperity has been the foundation of our foreign policy, which is embedded in our inaugural Foreign Policy White Paper,” said Hon. Rabuka.

Key outcomes from the Prime Minister’s official visit to India include:

➡️ Affordable Healthcare for Fijians: Fiji and India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish Jan Aushadhi Kendras (People’s Pharmacies) in Fiji. These outlets will provide low-cost, high-quality generic medicines, ensuring better access to healthcare for ordinary Fijians.

➡️ Strengthening the Pharmaceutical Sector: The Recognition of Indian Pharmacopoeia MOU, signed earlier this year, will enhance collaboration in pharmaceuticals and ensure the availability of safe and affordable medical products.

➡️ Clean Water for Communities: An MOU was signed for the Tubalevu Village Ground Water Project, which will bring clean drinking water to local communities.

Read more on our Fiji Government page.

FIJI 🇫🇯 REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO THE COMMONWEALTH FAMILY AT UNGA 80

Fiji has reaffirmed its commitment to multilateralism and a stronger, more united Commonwealth.

Delivering Fiji’s statement at the Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting (CFAMM) yesterday on the margins of United Nations General Assembly 80th session (UNGA 80) in New York, Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Dr Raijeli Taga, welcomed the adoption of the Commonwealth Strategic Plan 2025–2030 as a milestone for collective action.

She further underscored the need for clear timelines, effective implementation, and sustainable resourcing.

Dr Taga also welcomed plans for a Pacific Regional Office, saying it reflects recognition of the region’s priorities, while stressing it must be sustainable, cost-effective, and value-driven.

She highlighted Fiji’s preparations to host the Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting in February 2026, describing it as an opportunity to advance cooperation on rule of law, justice, and governance.

In closing, Dr Taga reaffirmed Fiji’s commitment to the Ocean of Peace initiative, positioning it as both a Pacific aspiration and a contribution to the Commonwealth’s renewal and resilience.

Commonwealth Secretary-General Hon. Shirley Botchwey commended member states for their ongoing collaboration and reaffirmed the Secretariat’s commitment to unity and prosperity across the Commonwealth family.

Farewell Working Dinner for Second Secretary Ms. Vasiti Cirikiyasawa.

The Embassy of the Republic of Fiji in Jakarta, together with members of the Fijian Diaspora in Indonesia, recently hosted a farewell working dinner in honour of Second Secretary Ms. Vasiti Cirikiyasawa to mark the conclusion of her diplomatic tenure in Indonesia after three years of dedicated service.

The evening was an opportunity to acknowledge Ms. Cirikiyasawa’s unwavering commitment, professionalism, and valuable contributions to advancing Fiji’s interests and strengthening Fiji bilateral relations in South East Asia region.

The Fiji Embassy family and the Fijian Diaspora in Indonesia extend their deepest appreciation and best wishes to Second Secretary Ms. Cirikiyasawa as she embarks on the next chapter of her professional journey.

Vinaka Vakalevu and Farewell! 🇫🇯🇲🇨🇸🇬

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