Fiji

Country Fiji
Capital Suva
Continent Australia-Oceania
Currency Fijian dollar(FJD)
Languages English, Fijian & Fiji Hindi

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Fiji became independent in 1970 after nearly a century as a British colony. Democratic rule was interrupted by two military coups in 1987 caused by concern over a government perceived as dominated by the Indian community (descendants of contract laborers brought to the islands by the British in the 19th century). The coups and a 1990 constitution that cemented native Melanesian control of Fiji led to heavy Indian emigration; the population loss resulted in economic difficulties, but ensured that Melanesians became the majority. A new constitution enacted in 1997 was more equitable. Free and peaceful elections in 1999 resulted in a government led by an Indo-Fijian, but a civilian-led coup in May 2000 ushered in a prolonged period of political turmoil. Parliamentary elections held in August 2001 provided Fiji with a democratically elected government led by Prime Minister Laisenia QARASE. Re-elected in May 2006, QARASE was ousted in a December 2006 military coup led by Commodore Voreqe BAINIMARAMA, who initially appointed himself acting president but in January 2007 became interim prime minister. Since taking power BAINIMARAMA has neutralized his opponents, crippled Fiji's democratic institutions, and refused to hold elections.

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Union Minister JP Nadda meets Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka in New Delhi - NewsonairUnion Minister JP Nadda meets Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka in New Delhi  Newsonair

India, Fiji call for ‘free, open’ Indo-Pacific region, to deepen defence ties - The HinduIndia, Fiji call for ‘free, open’ Indo-Pacific region, to deepen defence ties  The Hindu

One&Only Resorts to bring luxury and design to Fiji - Architect and Interiors IndiaOne&Only Resorts to bring luxury and design to Fiji  Architect and Interiors India

India-Fiji Relations: A tapestry of history, culture, and cooperation - DD NewsIndia-Fiji Relations: A tapestry of history, culture, and cooperation  DD News

Match 11: Fiji Women vs Vanuatu Women | Squads | Players to Watch | Fantasy Playing XI | Live Streaming | Pitch Report - Female CricketMatch 11: Fiji Women vs Vanuatu Women | Squads | Players to Watch | Fantasy Playing XI | Live Streaming | Pitch Report  Female Cricket

Final WT20WC Global Qualifier spot up for grabs in Fiji - ICCFinal WT20WC Global Qualifier spot up for grabs in Fiji  ICC

Fiji set to host ICC Women’s T20 WC East-Asia Pacific qualifier - The StatesmanFiji set to host ICC Women’s T20 WC East-Asia Pacific qualifier  The Statesman

An ‘anti-tour’ of Suva shows visitors another side to Fiji - The GuardianAn ‘anti-tour’ of Suva shows visitors another side to Fiji  The Guardian

Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Bhutan and Fiji Offer Incredible Budget-Friendly Travel Opportunities for Indian Passport Holders Seeking Visa-Free Destinations - Travel And Tour WorldMaldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Bhutan and Fiji Offer Incredible Budget-Friendly Travel Opportunities for Indian Passport Holders Seeking Visa-Free Destinations  Travel And Tour World

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Chasing Shadows: A search for an endangered bird in Fiji - National Geographic Society NewsroomChasing Shadows: A search for an endangered bird in Fiji  National Geographic Society Newsroom

'Somebody is not very happy with you': Fiji PM Rabuka to Modi on U.S. tariff row - The Hindu'Somebody is not very happy with you': Fiji PM Rabuka to Modi on U.S. tariff row  The Hindu

India and Fiji Reaffirm Zero Tolerance on Terrorism, Strengthen Defence and Indo-Pacific Ties - NewsonairIndia and Fiji Reaffirm Zero Tolerance on Terrorism, Strengthen Defence and Indo-Pacific Ties  Newsonair

Veilomani Dosti: India, Fiji pledge deeper cooperation across defence, trade, health and climate action - DD NewsVeilomani Dosti: India, Fiji pledge deeper cooperation across defence, trade, health and climate action  DD News

Fiji v Indonesia | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier - ICCFiji v Indonesia | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier  ICC

Fiji PM Rabuka begins 3-day visit to India - The HinduFiji PM Rabuka begins 3-day visit to India  The Hindu

Fiji v Cook Islands | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier - ICCFiji v Cook Islands | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier  ICC

King’s Cup: Hong Kong make most of Fiji indiscipline to run up score in Thailand - South China Morning PostKing’s Cup: Hong Kong make most of Fiji indiscipline to run up score in Thailand  South China Morning Post

Fiji beats Samoa 29-15 in the Pacific Nations Cup to send Tonga to the 2027 World Cup | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesFiji beats Samoa 29-15 in the Pacific Nations Cup to send Tonga to the 2027 World Cup | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Rugby World Cup 2025: Wales suffer tournament whitewash in defeat by Fiji - BBCRugby World Cup 2025: Wales suffer tournament whitewash in defeat by Fiji  BBC

From planning to action: Designing practical solutions for Fiji’s kava and fisheries sectors - International Union for Conservation of NatureFrom planning to action: Designing practical solutions for Fiji’s kava and fisheries sectors  International Union for Conservation of Nature

India, Fiji to strengthen cooperation in defence, says Modi after meeting Rabuka | Latest News India - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesIndia, Fiji to strengthen cooperation in defence, says Modi after meeting Rabuka | Latest News India - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025 – Predictions for Sept 8- 9 - Cricket WorldICC Women’s T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025 – Predictions for Sept 8- 9  Cricket World

APEX EXPO 2025: André Viljoen Reveals Game-Changing Strategies Allowing Fiji Airways to Successfully Compete with Giants - apex.aeroAPEX EXPO 2025: André Viljoen Reveals Game-Changing Strategies Allowing Fiji Airways to Successfully Compete with Giants  apex.aero

Organizers finalize preparations for Fiji Tribute Concert working with City - City and County of Honolulu (.gov)Organizers finalize preparations for Fiji Tribute Concert working with City  City and County of Honolulu (.gov)

India-Fiji ties have come full circle. Envoy was expelled after Rabuka-led coup nearly 40 yrs ago - ThePrintIndia-Fiji ties have come full circle. Envoy was expelled after Rabuka-led coup nearly 40 yrs ago  ThePrint

Bangladeshi national with expired work visa caught in Rakiraki - The Fiji TimesBangladeshi national with expired work visa caught in Rakiraki  The Fiji Times

Bhutan, Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, and Fiji These Budget-Friendly Destinations Are Surging in Popularity Among Indian Tourists. Find Out Why - Travel And Tour WorldBhutan, Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, and Fiji These Budget-Friendly Destinations Are Surging in Popularity Among Indian Tourists. Find Out Why  Travel And Tour World

Fiji to host ICC Women’s T20 World Cup East-Asia Pacific Qualifier for the first time - The Assam TribuneFiji to host ICC Women’s T20 World Cup East-Asia Pacific Qualifier for the first time  The Assam Tribune

Fiji issues 5G licences to Telecom Fiji, Digicel and Vodafone - TelecompaperFiji issues 5G licences to Telecom Fiji, Digicel and Vodafone  Telecompaper

Rugby World Cup 2025: Wales aim to salvage pride against Fiji - BBCRugby World Cup 2025: Wales aim to salvage pride against Fiji  BBC

Pacific Island Property Evolution with OUTRIGGER Fiji Beach Resort - Hospitality NetPacific Island Property Evolution with OUTRIGGER Fiji Beach Resort  Hospitality Net

One&Only to Open Ultra-Luxury Resort on Fiji’s Yasawa Islands - Luxury Travel AdvisorOne&Only to Open Ultra-Luxury Resort on Fiji’s Yasawa Islands  Luxury Travel Advisor

Fiji returning to UNL, after 2021 suspension following scandal, alleged rape - The Daily NebraskanFiji returning to UNL, after 2021 suspension following scandal, alleged rape  The Daily Nebraskan

Going to the Fiji tribute concert? Here’s what you should know - Hawaii News NowGoing to the Fiji tribute concert? Here’s what you should know  Hawaii News Now

Fiji Welcoming Global Luxury Resort Investment, Kerzner International’s One&Only Resort Opens in Yasawa Islands: Here is What You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldFiji Welcoming Global Luxury Resort Investment, Kerzner International’s One&Only Resort Opens in Yasawa Islands: Here is What You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier - 2025 - CricketnmoreICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier - 2025  Cricketnmore

Fiji government welcomes Kerzner International’s plans for One&Only resort in the country - spabusiness.comFiji government welcomes Kerzner International’s plans for One&Only resort in the country  spabusiness.com

Bikini-Clad Elsa Pataky Turns Head As She Reunites With Chris Hemsworth in Fiji - mandatory.comBikini-Clad Elsa Pataky Turns Head As She Reunites With Chris Hemsworth in Fiji  mandatory.com

Match 6: Fiji Women vs Indonesia Women | Squads | Players to Watch | Fantasy Playing XI | Live Streaming | Pitch Report - Female CricketMatch 6: Fiji Women vs Indonesia Women | Squads | Players to Watch | Fantasy Playing XI | Live Streaming | Pitch Report  Female Cricket

Airports tighten security measures - FBC NewsAirports tighten security measures  FBC News

Earthquake measuring 6.3 strikes south of Fiji - NewsonairEarthquake measuring 6.3 strikes south of Fiji  Newsonair

Alstef Group - businessfocusmagazine.comAlstef Group  businessfocusmagazine.com

Fiji: Why a tropical paradise has the world’s fastest growing HIV epidemic - European AIDS Treatment GroupFiji: Why a tropical paradise has the world’s fastest growing HIV epidemic  European AIDS Treatment Group

WAL 25-28 FIJ: Fiji beat Wales in thriller to end RWC 2025 on a high - Women's Rugby World Cup 2025WAL 25-28 FIJ: Fiji beat Wales in thriller to end RWC 2025 on a high  Women's Rugby World Cup 2025

Climate-related partial relocation in Fiji impacts the wellbeing of those who relocated and those who stayed differently - NatureClimate-related partial relocation in Fiji impacts the wellbeing of those who relocated and those who stayed differently  Nature

Iguanas rafted more than 8,000 km from North America to Fiji - PNASIguanas rafted more than 8,000 km from North America to Fiji  PNAS

Wales 25-28 Fiji LIVE: Women’s Rugby World Cup result & reaction as Fiji stun Wales - BBCWales 25-28 Fiji LIVE: Women’s Rugby World Cup result & reaction as Fiji stun Wales  BBC

Fiji targets UAE and Asia to boost global trade - FBC NewsFiji targets UAE and Asia to boost global trade  FBC News

FIJI-W vs INA-W Match Prediction ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025 Match 5 - CricadiumFIJI-W vs INA-W Match Prediction ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025 Match 5  Cricadium

Match 1: Fiji Women vs Cook Island Women | Squads | Players to Watch | Fantasy Playing XI | Live Streaming | Pitch Report - Female CricketMatch 1: Fiji Women vs Cook Island Women | Squads | Players to Watch | Fantasy Playing XI | Live Streaming | Pitch Report  Female Cricket

Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup: Fiji come from behind to down proud Samoa - World RugbyAsahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup: Fiji come from behind to down proud Samoa  World Rugby

Gallery of LAGI 2025 Fiji Highlights Participatory Design in Renewable Infrastructure - 3 - ArchDailyGallery of LAGI 2025 Fiji Highlights Participatory Design in Renewable Infrastructure - 3  ArchDaily

WSL “destroyed delicate balance” between Fijian communities during Finals Day grand slam - BeachGrit.comWSL “destroyed delicate balance” between Fijian communities during Finals Day grand slam  BeachGrit.com

Investment case for tobacco control in Fiji - World Health Organization (WHO)Investment case for tobacco control in Fiji  World Health Organization (WHO)

FIJI-W vs COI-W Match Prediction ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025 Match 1 - CricadiumFIJI-W vs COI-W Match Prediction ICC Women's T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025 Match 1  Cricadium

Fiji has the potential to make a digital transformation to meet its citizens’ demands for better services - World Bank BlogsFiji has the potential to make a digital transformation to meet its citizens’ demands for better services  World Bank Blogs

Tens of thousands expected for Fiji Tribute Concert at Waikiki Shell - KITVTens of thousands expected for Fiji Tribute Concert at Waikiki Shell  KITV

India, Fiji hold first Joint Working Group meeting on defence cooperation in Suva - Tribune IndiaIndia, Fiji hold first Joint Working Group meeting on defence cooperation in Suva  Tribune India

Fiji’s 5G era begins – Vodafone, Digicel and Telecom Fiji issued with licenses - The Fiji TimesFiji’s 5G era begins – Vodafone, Digicel and Telecom Fiji issued with licenses  The Fiji Times

'We're up for it': Albanese looks to Fiji treaty talks after Vanuatu setback - Australian Broadcasting Corporation'We're up for it': Albanese looks to Fiji treaty talks after Vanuatu setback  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

State bailout for airways charter dispute ‘improper’ - The Fiji TimesState bailout for airways charter dispute ‘improper’  The Fiji Times

All Eyes on Fiji and Rotuma’s Ocean as Scientists Launch New Marine Expedition - National Geographic Society NewsroomAll Eyes on Fiji and Rotuma’s Ocean as Scientists Launch New Marine Expedition  National Geographic Society Newsroom

Fiji travel - Lonely PlanetFiji travel  Lonely Planet

Climate Risk Profile: Fiji - International Institute for Sustainable DevelopmentClimate Risk Profile: Fiji  International Institute for Sustainable Development

Sydney agency Bounce launches Fiji Airways to the globe by selling everything but flights - Campaign BriefSydney agency Bounce launches Fiji Airways to the globe by selling everything but flights  Campaign Brief

ADB, Fiji Sign Landmark Agreement for Urban Waste Management - Asian Development BankADB, Fiji Sign Landmark Agreement for Urban Waste Management  Asian Development Bank

The Check-In: One&Only Announces Expansion to Fiji - Elite TravelerThe Check-In: One&Only Announces Expansion to Fiji  Elite Traveler

Man charged with murder of Dr Isireli Biumaitotoya - The Fiji TimesMan charged with murder of Dr Isireli Biumaitotoya  The Fiji Times

TOURISM TALANOA | How far can tourism go? - The Fiji TimesTOURISM TALANOA | How far can tourism go?  The Fiji Times

THE HAPPIEST PEOPLE ON EARTH? - BBCTHE HAPPIEST PEOPLE ON EARTH?  BBC

A milestone in public health and disease surveillance: Fiji launches Pathogen Genomics Laboratory - World Health Organization (WHO)A milestone in public health and disease surveillance: Fiji launches Pathogen Genomics Laboratory  World Health Organization (WHO)

HPD gears up for 25K revelers attending this weekend’s concert - KHON2HPD gears up for 25K revelers attending this weekend’s concert  KHON2

Canada to test Flying Fijians - Fiji SunCanada to test Flying Fijians  Fiji Sun

Rise in dengue fever outbreaks across the Pacific driven by the climate crisis, experts say - The GuardianRise in dengue fever outbreaks across the Pacific driven by the climate crisis, experts say  The Guardian

Indonesia wins round two against Fiji - The Fiji TimesIndonesia wins round two against Fiji  The Fiji Times

George Fiji Veikoso death: Reggae icon leaves behind loving family and multi-million dollar legacy - The Economic TimesGeorge Fiji Veikoso death: Reggae icon leaves behind loving family and multi-million dollar legacy  The Economic Times

‘Take suicide threats seriously’ - The Fiji Times‘Take suicide threats seriously’  The Fiji Times

Tourism body to select new CEO - The Fiji TimesTourism body to select new CEO  The Fiji Times

Denver duel | Flying Fijians build towards 2027 world cup - The Fiji TimesDenver duel | Flying Fijians build towards 2027 world cup  The Fiji Times

Australia and Fiji to elevate Vuvale Partnership - Australian Minister for Foreign AffairsAustralia and Fiji to elevate Vuvale Partnership  Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs

Tennessee man sentenced for killing wife at Fiji honeymoon resort - India TodayTennessee man sentenced for killing wife at Fiji honeymoon resort  India Today

Stigma and shame leave HIV, TB patients abandoned - Fiji SunStigma and shame leave HIV, TB patients abandoned  Fiji Sun

Fiji's former naval officer one of two standouts in Pacific Nations Cup - Rugbypass.comFiji's former naval officer one of two standouts in Pacific Nations Cup  Rugbypass.com

Prominent transgender doctor's alleged murder sparks fear in Fiji's LGBTQIA+ community - RNZProminent transgender doctor's alleged murder sparks fear in Fiji's LGBTQIA+ community  RNZ

Fiji's FEMAT reclassified: maintaining global standards as an emergency medical team - World Health Organization (WHO)Fiji's FEMAT reclassified: maintaining global standards as an emergency medical team  World Health Organization (WHO)

Press conference Suva, Fiji - Australian Minister for Foreign AffairsPress conference Suva, Fiji  Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs

Lawyers for Ratu Epeli file police report over false death claims - Fiji SunLawyers for Ratu Epeli file police report over false death claims  Fiji Sun

Fiji, Solomon Islands ink security pact - The Fiji TimesFiji, Solomon Islands ink security pact  The Fiji Times

Powering the Periphery: Rethinking Rural Electrification in Fiji - Georgetown Journal of International AffairsPowering the Periphery: Rethinking Rural Electrification in Fiji  Georgetown Journal of International Affairs

Fiji's Dengue Outbreak Continues in August 2025 - Vax-Before-TravelFiji's Dengue Outbreak Continues in August 2025  Vax-Before-Travel

From Strategy to Action: Fiji Advances Inclusive Digital - UNESCOFrom Strategy to Action: Fiji Advances Inclusive Digital  UNESCO

Fiji beat Wales in Thriller to End Rugby World Cup on High - Samoa Global NewsFiji beat Wales in Thriller to End Rugby World Cup on High  Samoa Global News

One&Only Resorts plans hotel, residences in Fiji - Luxury DailyOne&Only Resorts plans hotel, residences in Fiji  Luxury Daily

Mission possible: From raw data to real-time decisions in Fiji’s HIV response - World Health Organization (WHO)Mission possible: From raw data to real-time decisions in Fiji’s HIV response  World Health Organization (WHO)

Framing locally led adaptation in a planned relocation in Fiji - ScienceDirect.comFraming locally led adaptation in a planned relocation in Fiji  ScienceDirect.com

SI, Fiji strengthen ties through security deal - Solomon Star NewsSI, Fiji strengthen ties through security deal  Solomon Star News