Fiji's maritime security boosted with new patrol boats from Japan
Fiji's maritime security will receive a significant boost with the addition of a new fleet of fast inshore patrol boats, enhancing the Fiji Navy's ability to protect the
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Fiji Navy seeks budget support for personnel, fleet and disaster response
The Republic of Fiji Navy is seeking more personnel, a landing craft and additional funding in the 2026/2027 National Budget to strengthen operations, disaster response a
27 parcels containing white substances found in the Lau group are being tested at the Police Labs
The 27 parcels containing white substances that were found in the Lau group are being tested at the Fiji Police Forensics Laboratory in Suva.Police say officers from the
More patrol boats on Fiji Navy's Budget wish list
The Republic of Fiji Navy says there is a need for more patrol boats to strengthen surveillance and maintain a persistent presence across Fiji's waters.The call for addit
Commodore Humphrey Tawake retires after 37 years of service
Former Commander Navy and current Deputy Commander RFMF, Commodore Humphrey Tawake, has retired from the Republic of Fiji Military Forces after 37 years of service, leavi
Search ends in relief as boat carrying five people is found
Five people, including a child, have been rescued after the boat they were travelling on between Korolevu and Vatulele became overdue.The Republic of Fiji Navy says the J
Search suspended for missing persons at sea, case remains open
Authorities have suspended the active search operations for the missing nine people at sea after extensive efforts over the past week failed to locate any survivors.The F
Fibreglass boat of nine located south of Vunaniu Bay but with no survivors
The fibreglass boat that carried the nine fishermen from Nanuku Settlement who were reported missing at sea after they failed to return from waters around Kadavu has been
26,480 square miles searched as hunt continues for 9 missing at sea
Search and rescue operations for the nine persons reported missing at sea continued today, with authorities covering approximately 26,480 square miles across key search s
Search and rescue operations continue for 9 missing fishermen - Fiji Navy
Search and rescue operations are continuing for the nine fishermen reported missing at sea after they failed to return from waters around Kadavu over the past few days.Th
Fiji Navy honours women in service on International Women’s Day
As the world marks International Women's Day, the Republic of Fiji Navy is recognising the contribution of women serving in uniform and their growing role in strengthenin
Serving the British Navy and meeting King Charles has been a blessing - Tuinabunawa
From humble beginnings in Raiwaqa to meeting King Charles, serving in the British Royal Navy has been a blessing for Marika Tuinabunawa.Speaking from England, Tuinabunawa
INS Kadmatt concludes visit to Fiji with joint exercise with RFNS Savenaca
The visit of the Indian Navy Ship Kadmatt has concluded today with a passage exercise with the RFNS Savenaca. Fiji Navy says this exercise focused on communication and
Indian Navy strengthens ties with Fiji through free medical health screenings
Indian Naval Ship INS Kadmatt bought in a team of doctors and paramedical staff in collaboration with MIOT Pacific Medical and RFMF for free health screenings at Albert P
INS Kadmatt docks in Suva, strengthening India-Fiji naval ties
The Indian Naval Ship Kadmatt has arrived in Suva on a pivotal 3-day goodwill visit, symbolising the deepening defence partnership and vibrant cultural ties between India
Fiji Navy marks 50 years of dedicated service to the nation
For over five decades, the Republic of Fiji Navy has played a crucial role in safeguarding the nation’s territorial waters, while also contributing significantly t
US Navy Band lights up Rt Sukuna Park in 1st historic joint performance with Fiji Navy Band
The United States of America Blue Ridge Navy Band lit up Ratu Sukuna Park last night with some good old country and classic music that brought people from all walks of li
Oldest operational US War Vessel, USS Blue Ridge, docks in Suva
United States of America Navy Vessel 7th Fleet Flagship USS Blue Ridge LCC 19, the oldest operational Navy Vessel in operation with 1,000 Navy crew members on board, is i
Committee recommends increase in budget to the Republic of Fiji Navy which receives less than 20% of RFMF resources
Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs Lenora Qereqeretabua says the Parliamentary Standing Committee for Foreign Affairs and Defence is recommending an increased budget
RFNS Timo crew receive training from Royal Australian Navy in its last phase of workup
RFNS Timo ships company and boarding party were put through a series of tests under the watchful eye of the Royal Australian Navy DCP Sea training group today as it compl
RFNS Puamau to be replaced - Tikoduadua
The $18 million Navy vessel, RFNS Puamau which was was donated by Australia, and is damaged beyond repair after running aground in Lau just a month after being commission