Members of the public are being called on to work closely with the Government to effectively combat illegal activities.
Speaking at the launch of the Ministry of Policing and Communications Strategic Plan, the National Cybersecurity and Resilience Strategy and the national cybersecurity website, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said national security requires shared responsibility.
He said the Government remained committed to tackling transnational organised crime, particularly illicit drug trafficking and related criminal networks.
“Recent operations, including major drug seizures of 4.1 tonnes of methamphetamine in Nadi and community-led reporting from fishermen and villagers’, assisted in the interception of 2.5 tonnes of cocaine in Vatia, destruction of numerous marijuana farms across the country, demonstrate the value of partnership between Government and citizens,” Mr Rabuka said.
“I encourage members of the community to work with Government to curb illegal activities and also wish to thank all who have continued vigilance against drug abuse, illegal drugs, cultivation, and trafficking.”
The Government, he said, is also working to strengthen coordinated enforcement through the proposed Joint National Enforcement Centre.
The initiative aims to bring together agencies such as the Police Force, Military Forces, Fiji Revenue and Customs Service, Immigration, and health authorities, along with community networks, to improve intelligence sharing, operational effectiveness, and accountability.
In addition, efforts are underway to enhance maritime security through the expansion of the Police Maritime Division’s presence.
“Planned bases in Lakeba, Savusavu, Denarau, and Levuka are expected to improve response capabilities and strengthen coastal surveillance against transnational criminal activity.”
Mr Rabuka also acknowledged the support of international partners, including the United Kingdom Government, in advancing community-based security initiatives such as the “Solesolevaki ni Veitaqomaki” model across coastal i-Taukei villages.
He noted that security challenges extend beyond national borders and require coordinated regional and global responses.
“The challenges we face are regional and global in nature, requiring collective action, shared responsibility, and sustained cooperation.”
