Fiji and Israel Strengthen Bilateral Ties
15/02/2025
Fiji and New Zealand Focus on Strong Security and Defense Cooperation
16/02/2025Published On: 15/02/2025
World leaders and defense experts gathered in Germany today for the opening of the 61st session of the Munich Security Conference, a three-day event focused on debating and addressing global security challenges and escalating geopolitical tensions.
This year’s conference aims to tackles urgent crises, including the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, tensions between major powers, and the future of NATO and European security.
Among world leaders present were U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Ukrainian President His Excellency Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and President of Estonia His Excellency Alar Karis and former U.S. Secretary of State and Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry.
Fiji was represented by Prime Minister Hon. Sitiveni Rabuka, who co-chaired a side event, focusing on brainstorming solutions for security challenges faced by small and developing nations, including those in the Pacific.
During the event, Prime Minister Rabuka informed those in attendance that Fiji and the wider Pacific region are on the frontlines of climate change which is the single greatest existential threat to our Blue Pacific, endangering the very core of our existence.
He highlighted the risks posed by rising sea levels, natural disasters and also pushed for stronger global action.
“The spotlight is indeed on small states. We make up the majority of United Nations member states and are among the strongest advocates for multilateralism. The global order is shifting, but small states must shape the rules, not just follow them,” highlighted PM Rabuka.
“We must seize this moment to push for a system that upholds fairness, accountability, and the sovereign equality of all nations.”
On multilateral engagements, the Prime Minister reiterated that Fiji is an active global player and recognises that multilateral is key.
The side-event provided Fiji with an opportunity to ensure that the security concerns of small island states remained a priority on the global agenda.
