The Fiji Intelligence Unit (FIU) has released its National Policy on Preventing Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing, indicating that the risk of terrorist financing in Fiji remains low. The report elaborates on terrorist financing as the mechanism through which terrorists collect, manage, and utilize funds for their activities. These funds can originate from legitimate sources such as donations and business income, as well as illegal activities like drug trafficking, extortion, and fraud.
A comprehensive update from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has pointed out that the landscape of terrorist financing has increasingly become complex worldwide. Terrorist organizations are blending traditional and digital methods, utilizing decentralized networks and varied funding sources to facilitate their operations. This trend includes lone actors who often depend on small amounts of legally earned income and leverage technology platforms, such as gaming and social media, which complicates detection efforts.
Despite the evolving global climate surrounding terrorist financing, the 2025 National Risk Assessment for Fiji highlights the country’s relatively low exposure to such risks. The FIU emphasizes that Fiji faces minimal internal threats or risks from nearby nations, with no designated terrorist organizations operating within its borders. In recent years, there have been no recorded terrorist incidents or casualties related to terrorism.
Additionally, Fiji is not considered a country at risk according to the Global Terrorism Index, and the available open-source information provides limited evidence of a substantial threat from right-wing extremism. While there has been some travel in and out of Fiji to areas classified as high-risk, the FIU states that there are no known instances of foreign fighters being Fijian citizens or residents. The assessment further underscores that Fiji does not supply significant aid, military equipment, or strategic goods to regions actively facing terrorist threats.
This positive outlook on Fiji’s safety from terrorist financing reflects effective monitoring and preventive measures in place. As the global landscape continues to evolve, Fiji’s commitment to maintaining low risks in this area is commendable and reassures citizens and visitors alike of their safety.
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