New Delhi, August 25
Prime Minister of Fiji, Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka who is on a official visit to India, on Monday paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in the national capital.
The Fiji PM laid a wreath at Rajghat and offered flowers at the memorial.
He also signed the visitor's book during his visit to Rajghat.
Rabuka received books and a bust of Mahatma Gandhi.
Later in the day, the Fijian PM met PM Modi today for delegation-level talks.
In a post on X, the Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal said, "Welcoming an important Global South and FIPIC partner. PM @narendramodi received PM Sitiveni Rabuka @slrabuka of Fiji at Hyderabad House for delegation-level talks."
https://x.com/MEAIndia/status/1959871396340998371
Rabuka commenced his three-day official visit to India on Sunday.
His visit is set to deepen the India-Fiji partnership across various sectors further.
Upon his arrival, Rabuka was received by the Union Minister of State for Education and Development of the Northeastern Region, Sukanta Majumdar, following his arrival in the National Capital. This is the first visit of Prime Minister Rabuka to India in his present capacity.
On Sunday, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda met with the Fiji Prime Minister.
During the meeting, the Fijian PM was accompanied by the Minister of Health and Medical Services of Fiji, Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu, and other senior officials.
Union Minister Nadda held talks with PM Rabuka on enhancing cooperation in the healthcare sector.
Prime Minister Narenda Modi is set to host a lunch in honour of PM Rabuka. He is also scheduled to call on President Droupadi Murmu.
As per a statement by the MEA, Rabuka is also expected to deliver a talk on 'Ocean of Peace' at the Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA) in the national capital.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Great diplomatic move! Fiji has a significant Indian diaspora, and such visits help maintain cultural and economic connections. The healthcare cooperation talks are particularly promising ðŸ‘
Interesting to see India's growing engagement with Pacific island nations. The 'Ocean of Peace' talk at ICWA sounds like an important initiative for regional stability.
While these visits are important, I hope the discussions lead to concrete benefits for both countries, not just ceremonial exchanges. The healthcare sector collaboration could be transformative for Fiji.
Fiji has been a good friend to India. Glad to see our relationship growing stronger. The Indian community there has contributed so much to Fiji's development. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳ðŸ¤ðŸ‡«ðŸ‡¯
The gesture of gifting Gandhi's bust and books is beautiful. Gandhian principles are relevant everywhere. Hope this visit brings more people-to-people connections between our nations.
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