Fiji has reaffirmed its commitment to establishing an embassy in Israel, with plans to open the embassy in Jerusalem.

This announcement comes as the Coalition Cabinet prepares to discuss the matter in Suva next week.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka made these remarks during a bilateral meeting with Israel’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Sa’ar Gideon Moshe, on the sidelines of the 61st session of the Munich Security Conference, which opened on Friday, February 14, 2025, in Germany.

The discussions between the two leaders focused on deepening the partnership in various areas of mutual interest, including agriculture, security and peacekeeping, and climate action initiatives. Prime Minister Rabuka expressed gratitude to the Government and people of Israel for their continued support over the years.

Fiji and Israel have maintained diplomatic relations since 1970, and their cooperation has spanned areas such as security, peacekeeping, and climate change. In recent years, Israel’s innovative technology has played a crucial role in Fiji’s efforts to combat climate change.

During the meeting, Minister Moshe extended an invitation to Prime Minister Rabuka to visit Israel as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen diplomatic ties. Furthermore, the Government of Israel expressed readiness to assist Fiji in its plans to establish an embassy in Jerusalem.

Additionally, in response to a request from Prime Minister Rabuka, Minister Moshe offered support for providing patrol boats to enhance Fiji’s fight against illicit drugs. The last time Israel provided patrol boats to Fiji was in 1987, when four Dabur-class boats were supplied to the Fiji Navy.

Both leaders acknowledged the significant opportunities for collaboration and expressed optimism about further strengthening bilateral relations in the future.