In addition to Prof. Rane and Swami Sanyuktanand, this year’s awardees include achievers from countries as diverse as Austria, Japan, the United States, and Guyana.
The island states have often relied on Australia and New Zealand to project their concerns and issues to the US because they have larger representations in Washington D.C. and because they are great friends.
"Regrettably, incidents like this can happen anywhere and Fiji is not immune. We, as always, remind tourists to exercise caution in nightclub areas and late at night."
The RFNS Timo, handed over to Fiji during a ceremony in Western Australia in November 2024, is expected to strengthen the nation's maritime security and border protection efforts.
Acting Police Commissioner Juki Fong Chew confirmed to fijivillage News that local suspects are under investigation but did not provide details on arrests.
Dr Singh, who passed away at the age of 92 on 26 December 2024, was honoured with a state funeral in Delhi, where tributes poured in for his leadership and legacy.
Dr Jaishankar’s visit to the Sri Siva Subramaniya Swami Temple in Nadi last year highlighted the importance of promoting the language and culture of the Indian diaspora in Fiji.
Since 2002, India has been a dialogue partner of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), but meaningful engagement only began in 2014 with the Modi government's establishment of the FIPIC.
The facility was officially opened by President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital in Suva, strengthening the country’s ability to diagnose and treat complex cardiac conditions locally.
