Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka held a meeting with senior police officials yesterday as part of his role as the Minister Responsible for Police and Immigration. The session included key figures such as Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew and Deputy Police Commissioner Sakeo Raikaci. The primary focus was to gain insight into the operational and management framework within the Fiji Police Force.
In comments to The Fiji Times, Prime Minister Rabuka emphasized the importance of these familiarization briefings, stating, “It was my ‘familiarisation briefing’ from the Acting Commissioner and his Senior Management/Command team, similar to the one I will have with the Acting Director of Immigration and Senior Staff tomorrow afternoon.” He also mentioned having met with the Divisional Police Commander for the Western division earlier in the week, reiterating the significance of these engagements in his capacity as Minister.
The meeting was attended by Minister for Home Affairs Pio Tikoduadua, along with permanent secretaries Mason Smith and Dr. Raijieli Taga from the Office of the Prime Minister.
This initiative reflects a proactive approach to governance, ensuring that the Prime Minister is well-informed about the inner workings of key government departments. Such engagements are vital for building collaborative relationships between leadership and law enforcement, ultimately aiming to enhance public safety and trust in the police force.
Summary: Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka met with senior police officials to understand the operational aspects of the Fiji Police Force as part of his responsibilities as Minister Responsible for Police and Immigration. These familiarization briefings will help in fostering effective governance and collaboration within the law enforcement system.
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