Fiji and U.S strengthen partnership in trade, investment and security
Fiji and the U.S. have partnered in key areas such as trade and investment, with the most recent being security cooperation. During a meeting with the U.S. Under Secr
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Rabuka conveys condolences to the US after tragic midair collision in Washington, D.C
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Government of the United States of America, and the families and loved ones of those who tra
Prof. Prasad signs condolence book for late Jimmy Carter
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad, signed a condolence book in honour of the late U.S. President Jimmy Carter. Professor Prasad re
Top 7s teams confirmed for 16th Fiji Bitter Savusavu 7s
The top two teams on the Fiji Bitter 7s Series, Lavidi Brothers and Wardens have confirmed their participation in the 16th Fiji Bitter Savusavu 7s. The Savusavu 7s wil
Work on Labasa-Savusavu link scenic road and extending Labasa Airport begins - Gavoka
The Fiji Roads Authority has commenced work on the design phase of the Labasa-Savusavu link scenic road, before civil works begin while work on extending Labasa Airport h
Fiji and US sign historic defence agreement to boost security
Fiji and the United States have signed the Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement, marking a significant step in strengthening defence and security ties. The agreem
US to provide US$4.9M in foreign military financing to Fiji
The United States of America will be providing US$4.9 million in foreign military financing to Fiji after Congressional approval. US Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Aust
U.S Secretary of Defence traditionally welcomed upon his arrival in Nadi
The United States Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin III was accorded a traditional ceremony to welcome him upon his arrival in Nadi for a 2-day visit. The visit by
Trump names Susie Wiles as Chief of Staff, first woman in the post President-elect
Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, the defacto manager of his victorious campaign, as his White House Chief of Staff, the first woman to hold the influential role. Wi
Rabuka looks forward to deepening bilateral ties with the US after Trump victory
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says Fiji looks forward to deepening bilateral ties with the US and further pursuing our shared aspirations including, promoting peace and
Early exit polls in the US are microcosm of entire race
No incumbent or incumbent party has won with these kinds of numbers — 72 percent of voters say they are dissatisfied or angry about the direction of the country. A
Trump reclaims White House with 292 Electoral Votes
Former President Donald Trump has returned to the US presidency role after winning 292 votes, ahead of Kamala Harris, who had 224 votes. Trump secured a second term af
Prof. Prasad meets with US Dept of Treasury to discuss economic developments in Fiji and the region
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad, met with the US Department of Treasury Deputy Assistant Secretary for Asia, Robert Kaproth, with d
USAID and Pacific Disability Forum partner for digital inclusion for people with disabilities
USAID has partnered with the Pacific Disability Forum to break digital barriers and create an inclusive digital environment for people with disabilities in the Pacific.
Fiji Pride Games 2024 celebrates diversity and inclusion through sports
To celebrate diversity and inclusion through sports, the Rainbow Pride Foundation held their second annual Fiji Pride Games in partnership with the U.S. Embassy. Deput
Trump and Harris debate confirmed
U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and Democratic opponent Kamala Harris will debate on September 11th on ABC, setting up the first face-to-face match-up
Fiji joins USAID Democracy Delivers Initiative
Great news as Fiji has joined the USAID Democracy Delivers Initiative which will see the USA mobilizing new resources to support the people of Fiji in several key domains
It is vital that we ensure the resilience of Fiji’s critical infrastructure – Mason Smith
It is vital that our approach to ensuring the resilience of Fiji’s critical infrastructure is one of partnership that is clear, effective, consistent and comparabl
US commits $1.5M grant to support SPC's Pacific Energy and Gender Initiative
The United States of America has provided a $1.5 million US grant to support the SPC's Pacific Energy and Gender initiative for the next three years. While officiating
We recognise the impact hard drugs is having on Fiji and are training the Fiji Navy – Commander Tesoniero
We recognise the impact hard drugs is having on Fiji and want to make sure that it is not only enforced at sea but to work and train the Fiji Navy and its partners to bet
Lavidi Brothers crowned Savusavu 7s champion
Lavidi Brothers are the new champion of the Fiji Bitter Savusavu 7s after they defeated Dominion Brothers 15-10 in the final this afternoon. Lavidi edged Nakavu 17-14