India, Fiji call for ‘free, open’ Indo-Pacific region, to deepen defence ties
India and Fiji signed seven agreements to enhance cooperation in defence, healthcare, climate action, and trade, including a 100-bed hospital project and maritime security support.
- Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka visited India for three days, marking his first trip since taking office, according to Narendra Modi.
- Discussions between PM Modi and PM Rabuka focused on deepening ties in healthcare, agriculture, and defense, as stated by Modi.
- India will construct a 100-bed super specialty hospital in Suva, Fiji, providing dialysis units and sea ambulances, as highlighted by Modi.
- Both nations committed to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific and agreed on cooperation against climate change and terrorism, according to PM Modi.
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PM Modi Meets Fijian Counterpart Rabuka, Talks On Boosting Trade, Defence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held wide-ranging talks with his Fijian counterpart Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka, focusing on shoring up bilateral ties in areas such as trade and investment.
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