Natuva is new Navy Chief

Captain Natuva replaces Commodore Humphrey Tawake.Commodore Tawake will now focus on his role as Deputy RFMF Commander.

Thursday 23 January 2025 | 03:34

Captain Timoci Natuva (right) graduated with Distinction from Deakin University with a Master of National Security and Strategic Studies. Photo: RFMF Naval Division

Captain Timoci Natuva (right) graduated with Distinction from Deakin University with a Master of National Security and Strategic Studies. Photo: RFMF Naval Division

Captain Timoci Natuva is the new Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) Naval Division Commander.

Captain Natuva replaces Commodore Humphrey Tawake.Commodore Tawake will now focus on his role as Deputy RFMF Commander.

Last month, Captain Natuva was awarded the Defence and Strategic Studies Course Prize, the Commander Australian Defence College Award, and the Geddes Gavel from Deakin University.

The award is given to the international student who shows the greatest understanding and contribution to the political, diplomatic, military, cultural, and economic factors shaping regional relationships and decision-making.

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