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Fiji Says Chinese Military Base, Missiles Not Welcome In Pacific
Zero Hedge
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The tiny South Pacific archipelago country of Fiji has come out firmly against China establishing a military base in the Pacific Islands, according to a statement of Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka issued Wednesday. He emphasized that China has no...
Military Hero for the Month of May 2025: Roy P. Benavidez
Crossroads Today - Texas
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Our Military Hero of the Month is Master Sgt. Roy P. Benavidez, a native son of the Crossroads and a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor. EL CAMPO, Texas – Our Military Hero of the Month is Master Sgt. Roy P. Benavidez, a native son of...
Fiji PM says China's military bases are 'not welcome' in the Pacific
RNZ
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July 2, 2025
By Stephen Dziedzic, ABC News Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Photo: X / @slrabuka Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has delivered a blow to China's security ambitions in the Pacific, declaring his...
Fiji’s UPR Report Adopted: Progress Acknowledged, Legal Reforms Still Urgently Needed
CIVICUS
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Geneva 01 July 2025 Statement at the 59th Session of the UN Human Rights Council Adoption of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) report of Fiji Delivered by Olimjon Bakhtaliev, CIVICUS CIVICUS, Pacific Islands Association of Non-Governmental...
PM slams superpower rivalry in the Pacific
FBC News
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July 2, 2025
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka [Source: Reuters] Fiji will not take sides in the rising tensions between global powers. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said growing rivalry between the United States and China must not be allowed to play out in the...
China base not welcome, Fijian prime minister says
Taipei Times
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July 2, 2025
Fiji’s prime minister yesterday said that China should not be allowed to gain a permanent military foothold in the strategically contested South Pacific region, adding that a potential conflict in the Taiwan Strait would impact Pacific islands....
Flying Fijians coach Byrne: 'We will be ready' for Australia
RNZ
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July 2, 2025
Mick Byrne is focused on the game ahead as he prepares the Flying Fijians for this Sunday’s Test match against the Wallabies. Photo: Fiji Rugby Flying Fijians head coach Mick Byrne faces a bigger challenge off the field than he does on it, as his...
Reopening of Pacific Harbour Centre will promote Fiji's rich hertiage - Gavoka
Fijivillage
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During a site visit to the Pacific Harbour Cultural Centre, Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism, Viliame Gavoka reaffirmed the coalition government’s commitment to revitalising Fiji’s cultural tourism sector to promote the nation’s rich...
Fiji tightens maritime protection measures
Pacific Media Network
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The Fiji government has warned all vessel owners and boat operators that failure to comply with lawful directives regarding maritime safety and environmental protection will result in legal consequences. The warning follows an incident in early...
Fiji joins global frontline in cybercrime war
FBC News
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July 2, 2025
Manoa Kamikamica Fiji has become the first Pacific Island country to sign the Second Protocol of the Budapest Convention. This move will help to strengthen the fight against cybercrime. Communications and Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica...
Fiji Opposes Chinese Military Base In Pacific, Says PM Rabuka
StratNews Global
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July 2, 2025
Home China Fiji Opposes Chinese Military Base In Pacific, Says PM Rabuka Strategically placed between the United States and Asia, the Pacific Islands are a focus of rivalry between Washington and Beijing for security ties. Fiji opposes China...
PM Manele defends international engagements
Solomon Star
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July 2, 2025
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has defended his recent international engagements, during which he participated in three major forums from 4 to 25 June 2025. These included the United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France; the OPEC Fund...
Fiji PM says China military presence not welcome in Pacific
Deutsche Welle
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July 2, 2025
Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said on Wednesday that he is opposed to China gaining a permanent military foothold in the South Pacific region. "If they want to come, who would welcome them? Not Fiji," Rabuka told reporters during an address...
Royal visit cements Tonga–Fiji chiefly bonds
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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July 2, 2025
King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u will attend Ratu Tevita’s Lau chiefly installation in Fiji next week. King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u will make a State visit to Fiji from 8 to 12 July, attending the installation of Lau chiefly titles, Sau...
Fiji says would not welcome China military presence in Pacific
Inquirer
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July 2, 2025
SYDNEY — Fiji’s prime minister said Wednesday that China should not be allowed to gain a permanent military foothold in the strategically contested South Pacific region. China has spent years cementing its influence in a string of Pacific island...
Fiji steps up to fill ADF soldier shortage
FBC News
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July 2, 2025
Fijians may soon enlist in the Australian Defence Force as part of a potential deal between the two countries. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said he was open to formalising an arrangement that would allow Fijians to serve in the ADF, following...
Politician speaks out after third of Tuvalu’s citizens apply for Australian visas
Seven News
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July 2, 2025
Pacific Island nation Tuvalu has poured cold water on a report that a huge chunk of its citizens are eager to move to Australia through a world-first climate visa. It is instead likely that many applicants are ineligible, have applied multiple...
Fiji says China military base not welcome as Pacific islands steer between superpowers
The Gazette - Colorado
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By Kirsty Needham SYDNEY (Reuters) -Fiji is opposed to China setting up a military base in the Pacific Islands, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said on Wednesday, adding that it did not need such a base to project power, as shown by an...
International charities and NGOs call for end.
FBC News
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July 1, 2025
Source: AP News Dozens of international charities and humanitarian groups called Tuesday for disbanding a controversial Israeli- and U.S.-backed system to distribute aid in Gaza because of recurring chaos and violence against Palestinians seeking...
Wallabies’ simple plan to get Suaalii firing against Fiji and Lions
The Sydney Morning Herald
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July 2, 2025
Ikitau was confident their partnership would continue to evolve and improve after the four Tests in the UK, adding it didn’t matter what position Suaalii played, he had the talent to adapt and succeed. “He’s a natural footballer,” Ikitau said. “He...