Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sitiveni Rabuka hosted a special reception last night alongside Australian High Commissioner Ewen McDonald to welcome a visiting Australian Parliamentary delegation to Fiji. The delegation is led by Senator Sue Lines, the President of the Australian Senate.
The reception took place at the residence of the Australian High Commissioner and was attended by notable figures including Speaker of Parliament Filimone Jitoko, various cabinet ministers, members of the diplomatic community, and other dignitaries.
During his welcoming remarks, Prime Minister Rabuka emphasized the robust bilateral relations between Fiji and Australia, noting their collaboration across multiple sectors, especially in parliamentary affairs. He pointed out that this visit symbolizes the mutual commitments and goals shared under the elevated Vuvale Partnership.
Following the reception, the Australian Parliamentary delegation is scheduled to visit the Fiji Parliament today as part of their official itinerary in the country.
This visit reflects the ongoing strengthening of ties between Fiji and Australia, illustrating a hopeful future for both nations as they work together for common objectives. It is an encouraging sign for regional diplomacy, emphasizing cooperation, understanding, and shared aspirations.
Summary: Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka welcomed an Australian Parliamentary delegation led by Senator Sue Lines at a special reception in Fiji, underscoring the strong bilateral relations and cooperation under the Vuvale Partnership. The delegation plans to visit the Fiji Parliament as part of their official visit.
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