Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to strengthening ties with Fijians living abroad, during a meeting with members of the Fijian community in India last night.
Rabuka acknowledged the vital role overseas Fijians play in the nation’s development, highlighting their contributions through education, skills, remittances and international networks.
Updating the gathering on Fiji’s progress, he outlined key initiatives in infrastructure, agriculture, education and land development. He also encouraged Fijians in India to remain proud ambassadors of their homeland while seizing opportunities available abroad.
The audience included 16 primary school teachers representing Fiji at the WAGGGS Asia-Pacific Regional Conference, alongside Fijians in India for medical treatment and studies.
Rabuka also reflected on the deep historical ties between the two nations, dating back to 1879 when the first indentured labourers from India arrived in Fiji. He emphasised that the Fiji–India partnership continues to grow strongly, built on shared values and areas of mutual interest.
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