Talei Matairakula

Defence cooperation expands through equipment support and training

Foreign Minister says regional unity is vital amid rising geopolitical tensions

"I told them I had come to inform them of my decision. If they didn't accept it, I would still stand."

Fiji wants Japan’s Pacific engagement to support regional priorities while respecting Pacific ownership.

But on the proposed statement over China’s ballistic missile testing, Forum chair Rick Houenipwela says: “There was no blocking.”

Ariff Ali says investment in Police and the ODPP is critical to turning financial intelligence into successful prosecutions.

Premila Kumar says public perception needs to change, while RBF Governor Ariff Ali calls for stronger tax compliance.

Ratu Viliame Serivakula says protecting the vanua must also mean upholding human dignity, justice and individual rights.

Police and Immigration are investigating the source of the cash and whether foreign-exchange rules were breached.

Ratu Viliame Seruvakula says collective action is strengthening community efforts to protect villages.