PM updates parliament on recent Japan trip

Japan’s labour gaps are turning into opportunities for Fijians, with structured programs in aviation, agriculture, and caregiving offering training, fair pay, and a chance to experience a new culture.

While updating Parliament on his recent visit to Japan and his tour of Narita Airport, Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, External Trade, Civil Service, and Public Enterprises, Hon. Sitiveni Rabuka, highlighted his meeting with Fijians employed at Narita Airport through Japan’s foreign skilled worker program.

“These Fijians shared their experiences of how the Japanese work culture has developed their work ethics, enhancing key aspects such as time management, respect, diligence, and honesty,” Hon. Rabuka stated.

“Japan’s labour shortage, especially in sectors like aviation, agriculture, and caregiving, has opened doors for Fijians to work under structured programs that offer training, fair wages, and cultural exchange. These programs not only provide Fijians with valuable international experience and earnings, it also allows them to bring back advanced skills that can contribute to Fiji’s national development.”

The Prime Minister described his official visit to Japan as an “enlightening experience.”

“Japanese culture offers valuable principles that enhance modern work environments, particularly through its emphasis on discipline, respect, and continuous improvement. Our people can learn from the Japanese work culture by embracing these values to enhance both individual performance and organisational success.”