Fiji Police are investigating a spate of thefts targeting Hindu religious statues in Nadi, with five incidents reported within a single day.

Nadda welcomed PM Rabuka and highlighted the historic and civilisational bonds between India and Fiji, strengthened by the Indian diaspora that makes up nearly one-third of Fiji’s population.

The official programme includes high-level meetings, site visits, and exchanges aimed at deepening cooperation in development, climate resilience, education, and people-to-people ties.

The partnership brings together two of the world’s oldest cultures to advance sustainable investment, ethical trade, and inclusive innovation across South Australia and beyond.

Prof. Biman Prasad pointed to Fiji’s strong economic recovery, with 4% growth in 2024, $5.8 billion in investments, and rising investor confidence.

The national recognition celebrates Dr Singh’s leadership, research excellence, and steadfast commitment to ensuring a safer food supply across Australia.

The seven Fijian participants are also exploring historical landmarks and experiencing India’s cultural diversity firsthand through organised state visits and cultural tours.

From muted Diwalis to WhatsApp calls across time zones, Shilpa Taneja Wason’s evocative poetry captures the quiet ache of migration and memory.

“In any functioning liberal democracy — be it Australia, New Zealand, the UK, or Canada — this would be unthinkable.”

“All of us belong to the greatest country on Earth, and all of us can take pride in a national story written by the courage of our people.”