Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has stated that his upcoming attendance at the United Nations General Assembly will coincide with the Pacific Islands Forum’s adoption of his proposed ‘Ocean for Peace’ policy. This policy was introduced during the 53rd Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting in Tonga last month.
During the launch of Fiji’s Foreign Policy White Paper, Rabuka mentioned that he aims to present the ‘Oceans for Peace’ policy at the UNGA meeting, having laid the groundwork in Tonga. He noted that the final framework is anticipated to be approved in Honiara, Solomon Islands, next year.
The Prime Minister also revealed that he has requested President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere to represent him at the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York this week. Rabuka underscored that the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat is collaborating with the Fiji Government to draft a plan that promotes peace and security among nations in the Pacific region.