Acting Prime Minister Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum conveyed a congratulatory message to the New Zealand Prime Minister, The Right Honourable Jacinda Ardern, on the occasion of the 182nd Anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi.
The Acting Prime Minister acknowledged New Zealand for its support to Fiji during the COVID-19 pandemic through the provision of life-saving vaccines and direct budgetary support.
As longstanding partners, Fiji and New Zealand are also working closely in building resilience to climate change and other natural disasters.
The Acting Prime Minister said the assistance mobilised to Tonga through the coordinated efforts of the Fijians, NGOs, faith-based groups, Tongan Community and development partners like New Zealand is a testament to our shared Pacific spirit of solidarity.
He said Fiji is preparing to welcome New Zealanders to our shores on 14 March and looks forward to the full normalisation of travel between the two countries.
The Acting Prime Minister reaffirmed Fiji's commitment to deepen collaboration with New Zealand in the new normal to address global challenges and tap opportunities for regional prosperity.