Satish Chand

It was an absolute pleasure to be a guest of Minister @ISeruiratu at the @Rfmf_Media Camp in Suva yesterday. We discussed with senior officers opportunities for closer collaboration between the RFMF and @UNSWCanberra in university education of the cadets.

@AusHCFJ @shanehussein @AusFedPolice @DefenceAust Vinaka vakalevu HE. The Vuvale collaboration is helping already but more still needs to be done.

A message on 🇫🇯 🇦🇺 cooperation as we face a shared challenge on drugs. @AusFedPolice @DefenceAust

@fijivillage 👏👏👏👏👏👏

Her mother, Karen Kishnan, says raising children as a single parent is not easy, and she is overwhelmed by her daughter’s achievement.

@AusHCFJ @fcef_fiji We must work towards making the PIF region a common market. Free flow of goods and services across PIF can boost growth and welfare of all.

Really enjoyed speaking on trade opportunities at the @fcef_fiji TopEx Conference. Real opportunities for more efficient trade across the Pacific and new supply chains.

@elonmusknews30 👍

@RichardMarlesMP MESC is a facility that could boost maritime domain awareness for Fiji and the South Pacific region as a whole.

This impressive, world-class facility is enabling Fiji to operate their sovereign capabilities at a much higher level. The Vuvale Maritime Essential Services Centre will allow the Fiji Navy, Police, Customs, Fisheries and Rescue Coordination Centre to be managed from one central facility. It was an honour to join Prime Minister Rabuka to officially open the Centre today — because a more secure, safe Fiji means a more secure, safe Pacific region.

@fijitimes MESC is delivering on its mandate. Could do more for the neighboring nations too.

Navy: Fiji waters under close watch fijitimes.com.fj/navy-fiji-wate… #Fiji #FijiNews

Correction: Atishnal has graduated in aerospace engineering.

Congratulations Dr Atishnal Chand, the first Fijian to complete a PhD in space science. This picture says that the whole clan supports every graduate and takes pride in their achievements. @UNSWCanberra @FBC_News @fijivillage @RFMF_Defence @FijiNavy

@cawnac_naca I agree. The atmosphere was electric!!! Congratulations RKS!!! We need a stadium able to host international games. One around Nadi would be ideal given the connectivity.

The intensity of the crowd tonight was immense. I’ve been to many rugby games. Tonight’s atmosphere was amazing. We are now ready for a 30000 capacity stadium. Fiji deserves one. Let’s all work together to get this going. Together we rise. Toso Viti.

Must thank AMSA for their support too

UNSW-MESC collaboration Great to host Lemeki Lenoa, Director Fiji Maritime Essential Services Centre in Canberra last week. Much to share and build on. Vinaka vakalevu to the whole team that helped make this a success.

@FijiNavy This is an excellent and an overdue initiative. Maritime Domain Awareness is a high priority activity for Fiji as noted in the NSDR, and MESC provides the platform for improved border surveillance.

In a historic 🇫🇯🇳🇿 defence partnership milestone focused on strengthening maritime security & border protection, two Bluebottle Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USV) have been deployed to #Fiji! The two Bluebottle USVs were launched by Minister of Defence & Veteran Affairs Hon. @piotikoduaduafj, HE @C_Darlow_NZ, @NZNavy RADM Golding & CDRE Natuva The Bluebottle USVs will be under direct @FijiNavy tasking from the Maritime Essential Services Centre (MESC) in coordination with partner maritime border agencies including Customs, Police, Fisheries and Immigration to test the MESC’s functionality and integrated air-sea operations for enhanced border protection and maritime domain awareness This milestone also reflects the Fiji Navy’s evolving and unified approach to addressing national issues by leveraging strategic partnerships and technology while investing in its people and workforce culture realignment to enhance deterrence, detection, and disruption of illegal activities within Fiji’s maritime domain #FijiNavy50

@rnayacalevu This is an excellent and a long overdue initiative. Time for the whole of government to work with the community in addressing the many security challenges we face in Fiji.

Fiji's Police Commissioner talks about a "vanua" partnership between Fiji Police and the vanua aimed at addressing criminality in the socieyy. Involving chiefs and the church to be part of community driven solutions is also a way forward to addressing the drug problems #PRNSC25

@wqvktg Toso Viti, toso!!’💯

Scotland never shying away from playing Fiji in Fiji unlike other Tier 1 nations. #respect

@AusHCFJ Loved the game HE. It was a tough contest that kept the whole family on edge.

What a partnership! 🇫🇯 🇦🇺 And what a game!

@FijiNavy @homeaffairsfj @piotikoduaduafj @Fiji_MOFA @MaritimeFiji @TourismFiji @FHTA_Fiji 🙏 @FijiNavy. Fiji has a massive SAR responsibility. MESC is a critical infrastructure for the South Pacific Region.

RFNS Savenaca safely returned early this morning after assisting the catamaran SV Scout, which was experiencing steering difficulties due to broken rudders and a fouled propeller. This occurred in heavy swells over 80 miles southeast of Kadavu. The Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) Fiji, based at MESC in Lami, received the request for help and subsequently deployed RFNS Savenaca. The yacht was also low on fuel and rations, highlighting the urgency for assistance. RFNS Savenaca successfully towed the yacht into Suva Harbour, and both sailors were found to be in good health. While we are relieved that the sailors are safe, we urge all yacht operators in the region to be vigilant. It's essential to monitor weather conditions and maintain their vessels properly, as this incident marks the fourth case involving yachts in the past few weeks. Safety should always be the top priority.

@FijiNavy FHS has been providing essential services for maritime and national security. It is time we equip our future mariners with the skills and technology to serve the nation even better. The NSDR provides some clear directions in this.

World Hydrography Day is commemorated on 21 June to promote awareness of hydrography's vital role in advancing our understanding of the world’s oceans and seas. In 2025, the global theme is “Seabed Mapping: Enabling Ocean Action”. Hydrography underpins nearly all maritime activities. It plays a critical role in enabling the sustainable use of marine resources, safeguarding the marine environment, upholding maritime sovereignty, and facilitating the secure and efficient movement of goods and services across the oceans. The 2025 theme underscores hydrography’s importance in enabling data-informed decision-making for effective ocean governance. Scientific understanding and mapping of the seafloor are essential to preserving Fiji’s marine environment, sustainably managing its resources, and advancing the country’s national blue economy. The Fiji Hydrographic Service (FHS), operating under the Republic of Fiji Navy, is the government-mandated authority responsible for hydrographic services across Fiji’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). In partnership with the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (UKHO), the FHS delivers nautical charts and publications that support safe navigation within Fijian waters. communities. Since its establishment in March 1970, the FHS has evolved from a modest government unit into a capable service able to conduct hydrographic surveys to international standards. The revitalization of the Fiji National Hydrographic Committee (NHC)—after more than two decades of inactivity—now provides a platform for cross-ministerial collaboration, aligning hydrographic priorities with national development strategies. As the Fiji Navy approaches its 50th anniversary, it reaffirms its commitment to advancing hydrographic services in support of Fiji’s maritime development and economic growth. In a nation as ocean-dependent as Fiji, the strategic relevance of hydrography cannot be overstated. The FHS acknowledges its modest origins in 1970 and remains dedicated to ensuring navigational safety and supporting Fiji’s blue economy into the future.

@ADB_HQ I am a beneficiary of this program. 🙏 ADB!!! Recommend it strongly as without this scholarship I would never have undertaken post-graduate studies.

Established in 1988, the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program offers about 135 graduate scholarships a year for studies in development-related fields. Learn more about this opportunity and apply.

@fijitimes I love this! If the winners are from Kabara Island then it shows that small populations can win completely on merit. 👏👏👏

#FijiTimesSports | Action between Kabara 2 team and Suva Crusaders, as Kabara won the match and secured their place in the final of the 2025 National Easter Cricket Tournament. After a convincing six wickets victory in the tier 2 semi-final match at Albert Park in Suva.

@AusHCFJ @actgovernment Saw CM Barr at the Nadi Airport. Want to congratulate him for this excellent initiative. 👏👏👏

Great to join ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr for signing of MOU with Suva City Council - start of the Council of Pacific Capital Cities. + Big opportunities for more two trade and connectivity between ACT and 🇫🇯. @actgovernment