Israel opens a high-tech diplomatic base in Fiji amid protests over Gaza war fallout.
Sitiveni Rabuka
Australia pursues security agreements with Pacific nations including Fiji to counter China's regional influence, though Beijing's infrastructure investments have complicated similar pacts with Vanuatu, reflecting intensifying great power competition.
The Quad alliance of India, the United States, Australia, and Japan announced joint port development plans in Fiji to counter China's growing influence in the Asia Pacific region, marking their strongest Pacific infrastructure commitment yet.
Prime Minister Rabuka announced a $56 million government response to address Fiji's fuel price crisis, as stable supplies face upward pressure from Middle East disruptions and global market costs affecting domestic consumers and businesses.
Prabowo says Sukarno belongs to all Indonesians, not one party, and promotes unity and respect.
