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Minister for Foreign Affairs and National Trade
Updated: Monday, February 18, 2008
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is the agency for Fiji's relations with all foreign Governments and international organisations.
In maintaining and promoting friendly relations between Fiji and her foreign partners, the Ministry seeks to secure the maximum, political, economic and cultural benefits to the nation.
The Ministry communicates directly with Foreign Governments through its own Missions overseas or through their diplomatic agents in Fiji on matters of prime concern to the Government. These include its diplomatic relations, regional and international political issues, treaties and conventions, and aid and economic issues.
Through its mission overseas, the ministry plays a consular role, particularly in respect of Fiji citizens overseas.
Interim Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade - Ratu Epeli Nailatikau,
Permanent Secretary: Mr Ross Ligairi
Office Location:
8th & 9th Floor, Suvavou House, Suva.
Website Address: www.foreignaffairs.gov.fj
PO Box 2220, Government Buildings, Suva, Fiji.
Phone: (679) 309 631
Fax: (679) 301 741
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