The Royal Solomon Islands Police (RSIPF) Commissioner, Mostyn Mangau, has expressed his appreciation for the collaborative efforts with Fiji security partners in ensuring peace and security during the Solomon Islands General Elections.
Commissioner Mangau extended his gratitude to Fiji Police’s Assistant Commissioner of Police, Livai Driu, who visited the RSIPF on behalf of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces Commander and the Acting Commissioner of Police. He was accompanied by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Simione Tamanisau, the leader of the Fijian Police contingent.
Commissioner Mangau praised the dedicated work of their Fijian counterparts in both reactive and proactive policing, emphasizing the strong bond and respect shared between their communities as Melanesian brothers and sisters.
He noted that through the Pacific Islands Chiefs of Policing, police engagements have significantly increased, enhancing the networking and cooperation between law enforcement agencies like the RSIPF, the FPF, and the Republic of Fiji Military Forces.
Following the positive outcomes seen from community-based programs organized by the Solomon Islands International Assistance Force (SIAF), the head of the RSIPF indicated that their community policing efforts would align with the best practices demonstrated by their Fijian colleagues.
Assistant Commissioner Driu reaffirmed Fiji’s commitment to supporting their Solomon Islands counterparts, highlighting the importance of collaboration and partnership.
Twenty police officers were deployed under the joint Cori Mada 3 Task Force, led by the Republic of Fiji Military Force, to assist with peace and security operations before and after the Election period in the Solomon Islands.