Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1970, our bilateral relation with Israel has been characterized by mutual respect, occasional high-level visits, and cooperation in areas of shared interest, including in agriculture, health, and capacity building initiatives.
Health – Israeli doctors have been visiting Fiji in recent years as part of the ongoing collaboration between our two Health Ministries.
Agriculture: Fiji currently has existing MOUs with Israel benefitting Fiji’s agricultural sector, most of which are facilitated through Israel’s MASHAV. Most recent MOU signing was held in 2024 which was the renewal of the MOU on a Plan of Cooperation which was initially signed in 2017. Under this MOU, more than 100 students from Fiji have benefitted through capacity building and internship programs in Israel.
Cybersecurity: MOU on Cybersecurity was signed in October 2025. The implementation of this MOU will further strengthen Fiji’s capabilities against the evolving threat posed by cyberattacks.
Defense & Security: engagement in defense and security between Fiji and Israel has been confined to UN Peacekeeping Operations through the UNIFIL in Lebanon, Syria, and MFO in Sinai, ensuring the protection of Israel’s borders and sovereignty.
The invitation extended to Fiji to be part of the International Stabilization Force in Gaza presents an ideal opportunity for further collaboration. This collaboration can be extended towards strengthening Fiji’s boarder security, maritime surveillance, and intelligence reconnaissance to support Fiji’s war against drugs.
High Level Visits:
In recent years, our two countries have been engaged in several high-level visits, including Prime Minister Hon. Sitiveni Rabuka’s Official Visit to Israel in September 2025 for the opening of the Fiji Embassy in Jerusalem.
Key Outcomes of HPM’s Official Visit to Israel:
- Strengthening of Fiji’s boarder security capabilities to fight drugs.
- Capacity Building Programs in defense and security, peacekeeping operations, cybersecurity, and AI.
- Israel’s PM and President expressed their interest in visiting Fiji, likely on the margins of the opening of the Israel Embassy in Fiji, tentatively scheduled for April 2026.
- Increased collaboration in Agriculture and Livestock Farming.
Key Outcomes of the Official Visit of Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister:
- Unlimited spots offered for Fiji students for a 10-month agricultural internship program in Israel, which was limited to only 13 students.Increased collaboration and experience exchange program between our Health Ministries.
- Capacity Building Programs for rural women.
- Introduction of Israeli investors and business ventures to Investment Fiji.
