Rabuka’s back in the news as Fiji’s political landscape shifts post-coup era—two-time PM and former military strongman, 1987 coup instigator.
Australia and Fiji have signed a new defence alliance, Elevating ties to a formal treaty and signaling a broader push to curb China’s influence in the Pacific. The Ocean of Peace Alliance opens the door to more members, with PNG and Tonga cited as potential joins. The Vuvale Union also expands visa access and ongoing security cooperation.