The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) and the Australian Border Force (ABF) are strengthening their cooperation on border security, customs operations and regional security.

The two agencies recently held a bilateral meeting to assess progress under their existing Memorandum of Understanding and identify further areas where Australia can support Fiji’s border management capabilities.

Discussions covered the Container Examination Facility project, assistance for FRCS maritime vessels and related training, integrity measures, risk assessments at the Nadi Parcel Post and other capacity-building initiatives.

The ABF continues to provide technical and operational assistance to Fiji Customs in areas such as maritime enforcement, intelligence development, digital forensics, trade-based money laundering and specialised training for officers.

The cooperation is aimed at improving the ability of FRCS officers to detect and respond to emerging border threats, transnational organised crime and risks within Fiji’s maritime domain.

Both agencies stressed the importance of continued information sharing and skills development to strengthen border protection while supporting legitimate trade and travel across the Pacific.

FRCS and ABF say they will continue exploring practical areas of cooperation and mutual support as part of their longstanding partnership.