Drugs Top Agenda for Police, Army Chiefs
Commissioner Tudravu said the significance of inter-agency collaboration in effectively combating the illicit drug trade that threatens society.
Sunday 23 February 2025 | 20:51
From left: Republic of Fiji Military Forces Commander Major-General Ro Jone Kalouniwai, and Commissioner of Police, Rusiate Tudravu during their meeting last Friday at the RFMF Headquarters in Suva. Photo: Police Media Cell
The Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) has reaffirmed its commitment to support the Fiji Police Force in the relentless fight against illicit drugs trafficking.
This pledge was formalised during a high-level meeting last Friday at the RFMF Headquarters in Suva between RFMF Commander Major-General Ro Jone Kalouniwai, and Commissioner of Police, Rusiate Tudravu.
A pivotal outcome of the meeting was the establishment of a collaborative joint operations capability, with planned exercises targeting the identification, disruption, and dismantling of drug operations in high-risk areas nationwide.
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Major-General Kalouniwai emphasised the RFMF’s steadfast support for the Fiji Police Force, in upholding national security and public safety, reiterating the military’s readiness to work hand-in-hand with law enforcement agencies in combating the drug crisis.
Commissioner Tudravu said the significance of inter-agency collaboration in effectively combating the illicit drug trade that threatens society.
The formation of a newly established joint task force signifies a concerted effort to launch targeted operations aimed at eradicating drug-ingested areas across Fiji.
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