New Zealand and Fiji have renewed their Duavata Partnership, setting out shared priorities for cooperation over the next five years.
The refreshed agreement was signed by the foreign ministers of both countries and reflects their commitment to strengthening diplomatic, economic and people-to-people relations.
New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters said the partnership demonstrates New Zealand’s continued commitment to its longstanding friendship with Fiji and to expanding cooperation in areas of mutual benefit.
The two Pacific nations share close ties across culture, sport, business, tourism, education and community connections. The renewed partnership is expected to provide a framework for deepening collaboration across these sectors.
During their meeting, the foreign ministers discussed New Zealand’s interest in exploratory talks with Fiji and Australia regarding the proposed Ocean of Peace Alliance.
They also reaffirmed a shared ambition to increase two-way trade between Fiji and New Zealand to NZ$2 billion by 2030. Achieving this goal could support investment, business expansion and wider economic opportunities in both countries.
During his visit to Auckland, Fiji’s Foreign Minister Sakiasi Ditoka is also expected to attend the Future of Investment and Trade Partnership Ministerial Meeting as a guest of the New Zealand Government.
The renewed Duavata Partnership highlights the importance both countries place on regional cooperation, economic engagement and stronger relationships across the Pacific.
