Tag: diplomacy
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Israel reopens Suva embassy as Fiji aims to turn ties into practical cooperation
Israel has reopened its embassy in Suva, a move Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka described as a “new chapter” in Fiji–Israel relations that he said will shift… Read more
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Fiji Welcomes Korea’s New Ambassador as Bilateral Ties Expand Through KOICA Development Programs
Fiji–Korea ties take on a fresh chapter as Ambassador Kwon Young-Seup presents his credentials in Suva. His arrival signals a renewed push for development cooperation—from climate… Read more
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Australia urged to rebalance Vanuatu ties, shift from security focus to Pacific-led, trust-based diplomacy
Security-first thinking in the Pacific is reshaping Australia–island state ties, risking trust, development, and long-standing partnerships. Critics say this shift sidelines climate, trade, and cultural links… Read more
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Papua New Guinea Expands Pacific Presence With Three New Embassies in the Marshall Islands, Tonga and Vanuatu
Papua New Guinea is expanding its diplomatic footprint in the Pacific with plans for three new embassies, a move tied to stronger trade links and shared… Read more
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Fiji urged to reset foreign policy as foreign powers deepen Pacific footholds, Mataitini says
An influential Fijian leader warns that Fiji’s diplomacy may be losing ground as global powers deepen their Pacific footprint. He calls for a strategic reset, stronger… Read more
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Fiji urged to recalibrate foreign policy amid expanding diplomacy in Suva and concerns over foreign influence
Rewa High Chief Ro Naulu Mataitini delivers a bold critique of Fiji’s foreign policy, warning that the country is undermining its own diplomats as global powers… Read more
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Fiji urged to strengthen diplomacy as foreign powers expand influence in the Pacific
Fiji’s diplomacy is under fire as a prominent leader accuses politicians of sidelining career diplomats while foreign powers rush to deepen their footprint in the Pacific.… Read more
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Mataitini urges Fiji to empower ambassadors abroad to defend its national interests
A prominent security figure warns Fiji is undermining its own diplomats as foreign powers deepen their footprint in Suva. He argues that under-resourced missions and political… Read more
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Fiji urged to boost overseas missions as regional powers expand influence in Suva
A senior traditional leader delivers a blunt warning about Fiji’s foreign policy, saying under-resourced overseas missions and political posturing threaten the country’s influence as regional powers… Read more
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Fiji urged to reset its diplomacy as foreign powers deepen their presence in Suva, Mataitini says
Rewa high chief and former UN security executive Ro Naulu Mataitini warns that Fiji’s diplomatic capacity is being hollowed out by political self-interest and foreign influence.… Read more