United Kingdom reaffirms support to Fiji

United Kingdom reaffirms support to Fiji

By Mosese Raqio
Tuesday 24/01/2023
[Photo: Fijian Government]

The British High Commissioner to Fiji, Dr Brian Jones paid a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and reaffirmed the UK’s support towards the Government of Fiji and looks forward to working closely with Rabuka in championing issues that matters most to Fiji and the Pacific partners.

Jones congratulated Rabuka and presented him with the London Gazette which, is an official record of Buckingham Palace business detailing Royal appointments and special awards.

Jones says based on Fiji’s and the UK’s long, historical partnership, both the nations aspire to strengthen efforts towards global peace, by supporting and upholding the values of the United Nations, through Fiji’s contribution to UN Peacekeeping in the Middle East and Africa.

He says they are working together in the Pacific to counter threats to maritime security.

Jones adds through the 1,500 Fijians, who serve in the British Armed Forces, and Fiji’s own Armed Forces, they will deepen their collaboration as a combined Force for good.

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He also says Fiji and the United Kingdom share profound history and values, which signifies the shared commitment to accomplish climate resilience, economic prosperity and a sustainable future.

Meanwhile, Rabuka says he was honoured to receive the London Gazette and thanked the United Kingdom for the special recognition accorded to him.

He extended his earnest appreciation to the UK for supporting Fiji through numerous initiatives which, has benefited the communities in the Pacific.

He also reaffirmed the Fiji Government’s determination to advance cooperation with the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth in the key priority areas of economic recovery, climate change, oceans, green growth, defence and security, trade and the sustainable development agenda.

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