The Commissioner of the Fiji Police Force, Rusiate Tudravu, recently visited the Fiji High Commission in Wellington as part of his official trip to New Zealand this week. During this visit, he engaged with First Secretary Eileen Pickering and Second Secretary Samuela Kanakatakata, who briefed him on the High Commission’s roles, ongoing programs, and the challenges faced by the mission related to the Fijian community in New Zealand.
Accompanying Commissioner Tudravu were key members from the Fiji Police Force, including Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police (Internal Affairs) Viliame Sovalevu and Inspector Joseph Hunter, Team Leader of the Fiji Police Partnership Program (FPPP), which is supported by the New Zealand government. The delegation received valuable insights into concerns raised by members of the Fijian community residing in New Zealand.
During the meeting, Commissioner Tudravu expressed his commitment to addressing policing matters affecting Fijians abroad and praised the High Commission for fostering strong diplomatic and community ties between Fiji and New Zealand. He underscored the need for improved coordination among various government ministries, including Immigration and Trade, to enhance service delivery for Fijians living overseas.
Both the Fiji Police and the High Commission reiterated their dedication to strengthening bilateral cooperation to support the welfare of Fijians in New Zealand. An important aspect of Commissioner Tudravu’s visit to Wellington is his participation in the graduation ceremony for Fiji Police K9 handlers at the New Zealand Police Dog Training Centre in Trentham, emphasizing the collaborative efforts in law enforcement training between the two nations.
This visit aligns with Fiji’s ongoing commitment to enhancing regional policing initiatives and reflects a positive trajectory towards improved community engagement and support for Fijians abroad. The interactions and collaborations fostered during this trip point towards a hopeful future of strengthened relationships and cooperation in policing matters, ultimately contributing to the safety and well-being of Fijians living overseas.