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RFMF Honors Late President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau with i-reguregu at Kubuna
An i-reguregu from Fiji’s armed forces paid quiet homage to the late President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, honoring a leader who bridged rank and ceremony with everyday warmth. The tribute recalled how his presence among troops sparked unity—through songs, stories, and shared moments that crossed social lines. It also spotlighted the enduring bond between the RFMF…
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RFMF to lead Bau Island preparations for state funeral of former President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau
Logistics are being mapped for a former president’s state funeral, with military planners guiding recon, temporary infrastructure, and ceremonial arrangements. Officials say the preparations will blend tradition with precise, dignified processional planning.
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Fiji’s RFMF: No weapons missing as security review kicks off after unauthorised access attempts
Unauthorised attempts to access Fiji’s military facilities have triggered a thorough security review across installations. Officials insist there is no threat to civilians and that no weapons or ammunition are missing, as investigations continue.
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Former Fiji Lt. Col. Calls for Military Reform and Transparency to Restore Public Trust
Former Fiji military officer and diplomat outlines a bold path to rebuild trust: re-professionalise the armed forces and boost transparency across national institutions. In his Truth and Reconciliation Commission testimony, he reflects on the 2000 crisis and sketches a reform-minded road to national reconciliation.
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Fiji Eyes Hybrid Security Capability: RFMF to Back Police and Government Without Emergency Declarations
Fiji is exploring a bold ‘hybrid’ capability for the Republic of Fiji Military Forces that could let the army support the Government and police on an ongoing basis without a formal state of emergency. As lawmakers weigh legislative reforms and civilian safeguards, questions swirl about how far security forces might operate across policing and national…
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Fiji Bougainville 2026 TTX Improves Emergency Command Clarity, Highlights Mobility and Medevac Gaps Ahead of August Live Exercise
Tabletop discussions in Suva yielded clearer command arrangements and stronger inter-agency links for Exercise Bougainville 2026. Yet planners flagged gaps in mobility assets, medevac capabilities and specialised equipment that must be addressed before the August live drill, under a whole-of-government approach to defending Fiji’s people, borders and future.
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Fiji Defence Minister Hails Presidency’s Constitutional Role and RFMF Professionalism in 2022 Transition
Defence Minister lauds the Presidency’s stabilising role during Fiji’s turbulent post-2022 transition and commends the Fiji Military Forces for a renewed commitment to professionalism. The remarks capture a pivotal moment as institutions navigated uncertainty and reaffirmed the rule of law.