William Toganivalu, Fiji’s traveling ambassador to the Pacific Island Countries and Territories, presented his credentials as Fiji’s non-resident high commissioner to the Republic of Nauru to President David Adeang.
Ambassador Toganivalu received a traditional Guard of Honour from the Nauru Police Force upon his arrival. During their meeting, he expressed his appreciation to President Adeang for the warm reception and highlighted the enduring friendship and cooperation between Fiji and Nauru, which is rooted in shared cultural values and a commitment to regional prosperity and development.
In response, President Adeang emphasized Nauru’s commitment to collaborating with Fiji to enhance their bilateral relations and address the opportunities and challenges present in the Pacific region. He also recalled a recent meeting in June with Fiji’s Foreign Affairs Minister and Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka, during which he reaffirmed Nauru’s support for the Ocean of Peace initiative, aimed at fostering stability and peace in the Pacific.
Following the presentation of credentials, Ambassador Toganivalu paid courtesy visits to several Nauruan government ministers, including Reagan Winson Aliklik, the Minister of Transport, Charmaine Scotty, the Minister of Health, Darrina Kun, the Secretary of Education, and Lionel Rouwen Aingimea, the Former President and Current Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Ambassador Toganivalu also received a traditional welcome from the Fijian community in Nauru, participating in a Talanoa session where Fijian nationals expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to inquire about immigration services and work contracts.
Furthermore, he discussed recent initiatives by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Fiji aimed at improving engagements with the Fijian diaspora, including an upgraded website with a portal for diaspora members to register their contact information. This development is intended to enhance the Ministry’s ability to respond in emergencies and collect data on Fijians living abroad.
Additionally, Ambassador Toganivalu expressed deep appreciation for the contributions of the Fijian diaspora to the economies of Nauru and Fiji, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural heritage and maintaining close connections with one’s homeland.