The Commissioner of Police, Mr Rusiate Tudravu;
The Acting Deputy Supervisor of Elections;
Officials of the Fiji Police Force;
Members of my FEO family;
Ara Na Yadra, and a very victorious morning to you all.
It is my pleasure to be here at the Fiji Police Force Headquarters as we formalise an important partnership between the Fijian Elections Office (FEO) and the Fiji Police Force (FPF) through the signing of this Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Today’s signing strengthens our cooperation for the next four years in key areas of election administration, including the verification of election candidates and officials, maintaining an accurate National Register of Voters, and ensuring the security of electoral operations.
The conduct of credible and transparent elections requires effective coordination between institutions, each carrying out its responsibilities under the law.
The Fiji Police Force plays a vital role in this process, particularly in safeguarding sensitive election materials, providing security at polling venues, and supporting logistical arrangements across the country.
Through this MoU, we are establishing clearer mechanisms for information sharing, communication, and operational support, while ensuring that confidentiality and the protection of sensitive information remain a priority.
Our shared responsibility is to ensure that electoral processes are conducted safely, efficiently, and with integrity.
On behalf of the Fijian Elections Office, I extend our appreciation to you, Commissioner Tudravu, and your officers for your continued cooperation and support.
Today’s signing reinforces our commitment to working together, respecting our respective mandates and strengthening the arrangements that support the delivery of elections in Fiji.
We look forward to building on this partnership as we continue our preparations for the upcoming electoral events.
Thank you and Vinaka Vakalevu.
