William Toganivalu, Fiji’s traveling ambassador to the Pacific Island Countries and Territories, presented his letter of credentials to His Excellency David Adeang, the president of the Republic of Nauru, designating him as Fiji’s non-resident high commissioner to Nauru.
Ambassador Toganivalu received a traditional Guard of Honour from the Nauru Police Force upon his arrival. During their meeting, he thanked President Adeang for the warm reception and emphasized the longstanding friendship and collaboration between Fiji and Nauru, rooted in shared cultural values and a commitment to regional prosperity and development.
President Adeang reaffirmed Nauru’s dedication to enhancing bilateral relations with Fiji and addressing the opportunities and challenges faced by the Pacific region together. He also recalled a meeting with Hon. Sitiveni Rabuka, Fiji’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Prime Minister, in June, where he expressed Nauru’s support for the Ocean of Peace program, aimed at promoting stability and peace in the Pacific.
Following the presentation of his credentials, Ambassador Toganivalu paid courtesy visits to several Nauruan government ministers, including Reagan Winson Aliklik, Minister of Transport; Honorable Charmaine Scotty, Minister of Health and Medical Services; Darrina Kun, Secretary of Education; and Lionel Rouwen Aingimea, former president and current Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Justice, and Border Control (Immigration).
Ambassador Toganivalu was also welcomed by the Fijian community in Nauru before engaging in a Talanoa session. The Fijians expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to discuss immigration services, work contracts, and other relevant issues.
Additionally, Ambassador Toganivalu addressed the innovative steps taken by Fiji’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to improve engagement with Fijians living abroad, highlighting a newly revamped website that includes a portal for diaspora members to register their contact information. This initiative aims to improve the Ministry’s response in emergencies and provide better insights into the Fijian diaspora overseas.
Furthermore, he expressed heartfelt gratitude for the contributions made by the Fijian diaspora to the economies of both Nauru and Fiji, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural heritage and maintaining strong connections to their home country.