Fiji High Commission in London welcomes PS Dr. Taga

The Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Dr Raijeli Taga, undertook an official visit to the Fiji High Commission in London, United Kingdom, on Monday, 9 February 2026. The purpose of the visit was to provide strategic oversight of Fiji’s diplomatic presence in Europe and to review progress on key capital projects and the management of Fiji Government‑owned properties in the United Kingdom (UK).

As part of her official programme in London from 9 to 13 February 2026, the Mission hosted a comprehensive briefing for Dr Taga on its work in advancing Fiji’s foreign policy priorities in the UK and its countries of accreditation, Ireland and the Holy See, as well as its multilateral responsibilities to the Commonwealth, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the International Sugar Organization (ISO). The briefing also highlighted the Mission’s efforts to strengthen institutional capacity, improve service delivery and deepen partnerships with key stakeholders across its areas of responsibility.

The High Commission outlined its focus on expanding cooperation with the UK in trade and investment, defence and security, education, and stronger people‑to‑people links with the Fijian diaspora and the wider British community. The Mission also underscored opportunities to leverage Fiji’s profile in the UK to support tourism promotion, labour mobility schemes and broader economic recovery objectives.

On Ireland, the Mission briefed Dr Taga on work to broaden collaboration in development cooperation, climate and environmental resilience, education, and issues affecting children and youth. The discussion emphasised Fiji’s interest in learning from Ireland’s experience in climate policy and innovation, and in building new partnerships between Fijian and Irish institutions.

With respect to the Holy See, the Mission reported on its engagement to nurture respectful religious relations, promote dialogue on peace and social justice, and enhance Fiji’s soft‑power outreach. Both sides recognised the value of faith‑based partnerships in advancing shared priorities, including sustainable development, human dignity, values‑based education and community resilience.

The briefing further covered the Mission’s multilateral work with the Commonwealth, IMO and ISO, where Fiji continues to advocate for small island developing states on cross‑cutting issues such as climate change, sustainable oceans, maritime safety and fair trade in sugar. The Mission updated Dr Taga on IMO regional initiatives, treaty implementation and ongoing ISO discussions that have a direct bearing on Fiji’s economy and maritime interests.

The Fiji High Commission reaffirms its commitment to supporting Fiji’s Europe‑based diaspora communities in the UK and Ireland through efficient consular services, including passport applications and renewals, birth and marriage registrations, apostille certification of official documents and related assistance. These services help ensure that Fijian citizens abroad receive timely support and maintain strong connections to their homeland.

Dr Taga acknowledged the High Commissioner and Mission staff for their dedication and reaffirmed Headquarters’ support for the Mission’s efforts to implement Fiji’s foreign policy at the bilateral and multilateral levels. She encouraged the team to continue strengthening partnerships, enhancing consular and outreach services to the Fijian diaspora, and maximising returns on Fiji’s diplomatic investments in London and beyond.