Australia’s new High Commissioner to Fiji, Peter Roberts, has officially begun his diplomatic posting, meeting with Fiji’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Prof. Biman Prasad, to reaffirm the growing partnership between the two nations.
“Pleased to receive a courtesy call from Australia’s new High Commissioner to Fiji, H.E. Mr. Peter Roberts. We reaffirmed our strong partnership and shared priorities in economic development, climate action, and regional security,” said Prof. Prasad in a statement following their meeting.
Pleased to receive a courtesy call from Australia’s new High Commissioner to Fiji, H.E. Mr. Peter Roberts. We reaffirmed our strong partnership and shared priorities in economic development, climate action, and regional security.
— Professor Biman Prasad DPM, Fiji (@bimanprasad) April 15, 2025#FijiAustraliaRelations @AusHCFJ pic.twitter.com/zb3eYS6LQU
Earlier, Australian High Commissioner Roberts met with Fiji’s Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica, highlighting the growing importance of economic cooperation.
Kamikamica emphasised opportunities under the Vuvale Partnership, particularly in agriculture, connectivity, investment, business processes, and industry research, and expressed optimism for deeper collaboration with both the Fijian Government and private sector.
— Peter Roberts (@AusHCFJ) April 15, 2025
With over five decades of diplomatic ties, the Australia-Fiji relationship is entering a new phase of cooperation, focused on boosting economic resilience, improving infrastructure, and tackling climate change together.
Key initiatives under the renewed Vuvale Partnership include the Nadi Flood Alleviation Project, the redevelopment of CWM Hospital, and much-needed upgrades to school infrastructure across Fiji.
As both nations work towards shared climate goals, Fiji has also endorsed Australia’s bid to host COP31 in 2026. Their joint efforts are guided by the recently launched Australia-Fiji Development Partnership Plan 2024–2028, which focuses on sustainable development and long-term regional growth.
I had an incredible first week here in Fiji as Australia’s new High Commissioner.
— Peter Roberts (@AusHCFJ) April 11, 2025
I look forward to continuing to strengthen our
High Commissioner Roberts presented his Letter of Credence to the President of the Republic of Fiji, Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, at a ceremonial event at the State House in early April.
A seasoned diplomat, Roberts brings extensive experience from previous roles, including Ambassador to Timor-Leste, Deputy Head of Mission in Tokyo, and senior positions in DFAT’s Office of the Pacific and Climate Change Section.
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