Fiji’s Ambassador to Israel Jesoni Vitusagavulu says the country’s voting record at the United Nations is guided by principle, not pressure.
In an interview with The Jerusalem Post, Mr Vitusagavulu said Fiji carefully assesses each resolution on its merits rather than aligning with majority positions.
“Fiji votes at the United Nations on principle. We’ve consistently been one of the few nations to stand up against one-sided, anti-Israel resolutions,” he said.
“We don’t just follow the crowd; we evaluate every measure on its merits. For us, it’s about fairness and sovereign equality.”
He said Fiji’s approach reflects a broader commitment to balanced diplomacy.
“We believe that isolating Israel through lopsided resolutions is counterproductive to peace, and we choose instead to be a consistent voice for balanced dialogue,” Mr Vitusagavulu said.
The ambassador stressed that Fiji maintains an inclusive foreign policy stance.
“We are ‘friends to all.’ Fiji is transparent about its values, so our partners know exactly where we stand.”
He added that supporting Israel does not equate to opposing other nations.
“Supporting Israel doesn’t mean we’re ‘against’ anyone else… It’s not a blanket endorsement of another country’s policies,” he said, referencing remarks by Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka.
Mr Vitusagavulu said Fiji aims to play a constructive role on the global stage.
“We believe that by keeping our doors open to everyone, Fiji can act as a moderate, honest voice for engagement in a very polarized world.”
