#AusAirForce is committed to safeguarding Fiji’s Exclusive Economic Zone with Operation KURU KURU! Our C-27J Spartan is on the job supporting the Republic of Fiji Navy and Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA). Together, we’re ensuring a sustainable future for the Pacific! 📖| bit.ly/4hFo2wi #OpSOLANIA

On behalf of the Fijian people, I am proud to warmly and graciously accept Fiji's newest Guardian-class patrol boat, RFNS Timo, gifted to us by our Australian Vuvale. This remarkable addition to our maritime fleet strengthens our ability to safeguard Fiji's waters, protect our

🇫🇯 welcomes the RFNS Timo, our newest Guardian-class patrol boat from our Australian Vuvale! Hon. Pio Tikoduadua, PS Mason Smith, and Deputy RFMF Commander Humphrey Tawake received this vessel, strengthening Fiji's maritime security & regional ties. 🇫🇯🤝🇦🇺 #VuvalePartnership

The security of the Indo Pacific region is integral to the safety, security and global peace of all men. Secretary Austin and I talked about US assistance to Fiji and growing our partnership in the area of our maritime awareness capabilities. #USFIJI #COLLABORATION #DEFENCE

Exciting to see progress on the soon-to-be opened FJ Maritime Essential Services Centre! Under our #VuvalePartnership, 🇦🇺 is working with 🇫🇯 to deliver security infrastructure that helps us tackle challenges in our #BluePacific.

The Republic of Fiji Navy (RFN) congratulates CAPT(N) Natuva and LCDR Robinson for graduating from the 🇦🇺Australian Defence College last week. CAPT(N) Natuva graduated with Distinction from Deakin University with a Master of Defence and Strategic Studies, and was admitted as a Fellow of the

Joint Operations and Engagements continue this week with our partners to strengthen collective maritime security and maritime safety priorities: 📸 Maritime Air Patrol flights coordinated by Navy embark with air-riders from Navy, Customs, Police & Fisheries to patrol Fiji’s EEZ

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence, chaired by the Hon. Lenora Qereqeretabua conducted site visits where they received briefings at key Republic of Fiji Military Forces facilities This included a visit to 𝙍𝙁𝙉𝙎 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙡𝙚𝙮 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣, the current Fiji Navy Headquarters

Ensuring Safe Navigation at Lautoka Wharf ⚓️ The Deployable Geospatial Survey Team (DGST) from the Navy - Fiji Hydrographic Services (FHS) is currently conducting a post-dredge survey at Lautoka Wharf, assessing the bathymetric profile of channels, berths, and approach zones.

Following a request from Police, the Navy Dive Team commenced search and recovery operations last night in the Suva Harbor within the vicinity of the Royal Suva Yacht Club The search and recovery mission continues today with one (1) volunteer boat, three (3) Navy small boats,

Fiji Navy strengthens maritime security with the commissioning of RFNS Timo. This state-of-the-art vessel will safeguard our waters, protect our resources & enhance regional security. Grateful to 🇦🇺 for their support under the Vuvale Partnership. #FijiNavy #MaritimeSecurity 🇫🇯⚓

My first visit to Kadavu with my colleagues has been humbling. Grateful for the warm welcome and excited to work towards a brighter future for Kadavu. #KadavuVisit #BuildingABetterFiji Fiji Government

As we celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, the Fiji Navy recognizes the invaluable contributions of women in our service. Since the first recruitment of women into the Fiji Navy in 2018, the number of female personnel has continued to grow. Women in the Fiji Navy

Bula vinaka and welcome to Suva FS Vendémiaire! The Fiji Navy band welcomed the Floréal-class frigate as it docked into Suva port this morning

The Commanding Officer for 🇫🇷 Navy ship Vendémiaire, Capt. Gauthier Guillaumat paid a courtesy call to Commander Tuinidau, the assistant to the Chief of Staff of the Fiji Navy. The meeting focused on the cooperation between 🇫🇷🇫🇯 defence forces.

The decommissioned L-class ship 𝙍𝙁𝙉𝙎 𝙇𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙤𝙠𝙖 departed from 𝙍𝙁𝙉𝙎 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙡𝙚𝙮 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 Navy base and Suva Harbour for the last time yesterday, towed by 𝙍𝙁𝙉𝙎 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙤, to be scuttled. Commissioned into the Fiji Navy in October 1987 with sister ship 𝙍𝙁𝙉𝙎

Merci beaucoup Vendémiaire for the visit and cooperation activities 🇫🇷⚓️🇫🇯

Under our #VuvalePartnership, 🇦🇺 remains committed to supporting women’s participation in sport. Defence Australia was pleased to support the Republic of Fiji Navy Women’s 7s team with uniforms, balls, & sporting equipment prior to the recent Marist 7s tournament. Congratulations to the team!

The Fiji Navy marked the commencement of operations at the Maritime Essentials Service Centre (MESC) and Naval Headquarters with a parade this morning. This event also marked the end of the first quarter for the year and provided an opportunity for reflection on the journey so

It was a privilege to host Commodore Eric Young, Royal Australian Navy Chief of Staff, at Fiji Navy HQ this week. CDRE Young was in Fiji to represent the Chief of Defence Australia during ANZAC Remembrance Day events. During his visit, he met with the Deputy Commander of the Republic of