Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka was accorded a traditional welcoming ceremony by the Fijian diaspora in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the Mercure Hotel in Dubai on Wednesday.
This gathering marked a momentous occasion, fostering cultural unity and forging stronger connections within the thriving Fijian diaspora in the UAE.
Fiji’s Ambassador to the UAE Naipote Katonitabua conveyed the community’s eagerness in extending a heartfelt welcome to Mr Rabuka.
The Prime Minister expressed his pride in the growing number of Fijian nationals who now live and work in the UAE and have chosen the UAE as their second home.
He urged those present to continue respecting the leaders and citizens of the host country.
Mr Rabuka also handed over jerseys to the Desert Fijians Rugby Team.
The team will debut as the first-ever delegation of Fijian nationals participating in the annual Emirates Dubai 7s which was incepted in 1970.
Also present were the Minister for Women, Lynda Tabuya; Leader of the Opposition Inia Seruiratu, Assistant Minister for Education, Tomasi Tuinabuna, and other permanent secretaries.
