Fiji and Israel sign cyber security pact to boost bilateral ties
MoU signed in Suva aims to strengthen Fiji’s digital defence and open doors for cooperation in agriculture, trade, and women’s empowerment.
Wednesday 22 October 2025 | 06:00
From left: Ambassador of the State of Israel to Fiji, Roi Rosenblit, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sharen Haskel and Fiji's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Filipo Tarakinikini at the Prime Minister's office.
Photo: Sosiveta Korobiau
Fiji and Israel have taken a major step toward strengthening digital security and bilateral cooperation with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing Fiji’s cyber security and defence strategies.
The agreement was signed in Suva today between Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Sharen Haskel, and Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka. It marked a new chapter in technological and strategic collaboration between the two nations.
Mr Rabuka said the MoU reaffirmed Fiji’s support for Israel, particularly in addressing mutual concerns related to national security and emerging cyber threats.
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“This partnership strengthens Fiji’s resilience in vulnerable areas of cyber security,” Mr Rabuka said. “It will open new opportunities for dialogue and cooperation in other sectors that benefit both our nations.”
Mr Rabuka said ongoing discussions would explore potential partnerships in trade and investment, signaling a broader expansion of Fiji–Israel relations. Ms Haskel expressed deep appreciation for Fiji’s steadfast support of Israel, especially during what she described as “some of Israel’s most challenging times.”
“The people of Israel are deeply moved by Fiji’s decision to open an embassy in Jerusalem,” she said. “It’s a gesture that has strengthened the bond between our two countries.”
She said their cooperation would include cyber defence, agriculture, women’s empowerment, and business development. It underscored Israel’s commitment to supporting Fiji’s local industries.
“In Israel, we rely on companies that build large farms and highproduction systems many of which export globally,” Ms Haskel said. “We want to bring that experience here to help create local businesses, local farms, and provide training to Fijians.”
Ms Haskel said Israel aimed to help the Fijian community in the same spirit of friendship and partnership that Fiji has shown toward Israel over the years.
“The prayers and solidarity of the Fijian people have not gone unnoticed. We are truly grateful, and we look forward to continuing to grow our bilateral engagement.”
The MoU is expected to pave the way for joint initiatives that bolster Fiji’s cyber resilience, enhance trade relations, and expand people to-people connections between the two countries.
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