Headquarters Joint Task Force Command, Blackrock Camp.

25/08/2026

25/08/2026

𝐂𝐉𝐓𝐅𝐂 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐅𝐌𝐅 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐬

On Monday, 24 August 2026, the Commander Joint Task Force Command (CJTFC), Brigadier General M.D. Gadai, addressed Republic of Fiji Military Forces personnel at Blackrock Camp, Nadi, during the morning parade. The parade included personnel from Joint Task Force Command and participants of Exercise Bougainville.

In his address, the CJTFC acknowledged the commitment and efforts of all personnel involved in the exercise, as well as the contribution of RFMF personnel towards achieving the Force’s objectives. He emphasized the importance of the One Military concept, highlighting unity, teamwork and collective effort as key to strengthening the effectiveness and operational readiness of the RFMF.

Following the parade, the CJTFC, accompanied by the Chief of Staff Land Forces Command, Colonel Penioni Naliva, visited the Exercise Control (EXCON), where he was briefed by the Exercise Planning Staff on the progress and conduct of Exercise Bougainville.

The CJTFC commended Colonel Naliva and his team for their efforts in designing and coordinating the inter-agency exercise. He also acknowledged their commitment and hard work in ensuring the successful conduct of the exercise and its contribution to strengthening inter-agency coordination and operational preparedness.

Later that day, the CJTFC, together with the Commander Republic of Fiji Military Forces (CRFMF), hosted the Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs, Honourable Pio Tikoduadua, at Blackrock Camp. The visit commenced with a Quarter Guard ceremony, followed by a strategic discussion at the CJTFC's office on the future direction, priorities and operational requirements of the RFMF. The visit continued with a buffet lunch before the Honourable Minister was accompanied by the CRFMF to Nadi International Airport to observe a mass casualty exercise.

The exercise involved multiple agencies, including the Fiji Police Force, National Fire Authority, Nadi International Airport security personnel and relevant airport staff, demonstrating the importance of a coordinated whole-of-government response during major emergencies.

The visit provided an important opportunity to strengthen the relationship between the Ministry of Defence and the RFMF, while highlighting the Force's commitment to operational readiness, inter-agency cooperation and its preparedness to respond effectively to national emergencies.

02/08/2026

Brigadier-General Gadai said the Western Division joint task force team successfully carried out the raid.

30/07/2026

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜 𝐝𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐬

On Tuesday, 28 July 2026, the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF), Headquarters Joint Task Force Command (JTFC) bid farewell to French embedded officer, Major (MAJ) Marc de Vivies, following the successful completion of his three-year tenure at Blackrock Camp.

Throughout his posting, Major Marc played a pivotal role in strengthening the France–Fiji defence partnership. His contributions greatly enhanced cooperation in capacity building and capability modernisation, including coordinating numerous training opportunities and professional military courses in New Caledonia and mainland France for RFMF personnel.

One of his most significant achievements was coordinating the construction of the Urban Operations Training Facility at Blackrock Camp, a key capability that will continue to benefit not only JTFC but the RFMF as a whole.

Under his leadership and coordination, more than 600 RFMF personnel received advanced training through the Pacific Academy. He also helped establish the annual Exercise Veivukei, strengthening humanitarian assistance and disaster response (HADR) cooperation, while further enhancing Fiji's preparedness for future United Nations peacekeeping deployments.

The Commanding Officer JTFC, Major Ana Vuniwaqa, paid tribute to Major Marc's outstanding service and acknowledged his significant contribution to the growth of the enduring partnership between the RFMF, the French Armed Forces, and the Government of France. She also expressed her sincere appreciation to Major Marc's family for their unwavering support and sacrifices throughout his three-year posting in Fiji.

The farewell ceremony also featured the presentation of the insignia of Knight of the French National Order of Merit to Chef de Bataillon Marc de Vivies by the French Defence Attaché to Fiji. This prestigious honour, one of France's highest national distinctions, recognised his exemplary leadership, dedication, and distinguished service.

The RFMF extends its sincere gratitude to Major Marc de Vivies for his invaluable contributions and wishes him and his family every success in their future endeavours.

20/05/2026

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐤𝐨 𝐓𝐮𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐚-𝐍𝐢-𝐊𝐨𝐫𝐨 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐖𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞-𝐨𝐟-𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬

On Wednesday, 20 May 2026, the Commander Joint Task Force, Brigadier General Manoa Gadai and ADPC Western Division, SSP Esira Bari and Joint Counter Narcotics Task Force West hosted the Ministry of ITaukei Affairs officials in the Western Division including the ROKO TUIs and Turaga ni Koro. This is part of Fiji Government, RFMF & FPF whole-of-nation & stakeholders' approach to address one of Fiji's existential narcotics threats in Fiji.

The programme commenced with a Church Service led by the iTalatala Qase of Tikina o Nadi, Talatala Seawale. This was followed by the official opening address by the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of iTaukei Affairs, Mr. Paula Tuione, who officiated the workshop and emphasized the importance of coordinated national effort in addressing narcotics-related threats through collaboration between government agencies, security institutions, traditional leadership, and communities.

The Assistance Divisional Police Commissioner – West, Senior Super Intendent Esira Bari, then delivered an address outlining the current narcotics situation within the Western Division and the operational significance of coordinated enforcement, intelligence sharing, and community support in disrupting illicit drug activities.

A briefing was subsequently delivered by the Joint Counter Narcotics Task Force West Planning Team, outlining the strategic intent, operational framework, and integrated measures being implemented to strengthen counternarcotics operations across the division.

This was followed by the keynote address from Commander Joint Task Force, Brigadier General Manoa Gadai, who emphasized the requirement for unity of effort in countering narcotics networks, drug abuse, and associated criminal activity. The address reinforced the broader implications of narcotics on national security, public safety & security, good governance, health, wellbeing, and community resilience, highlighting the necessity for a whole-of-nation response.

The workshop included the addresses from Roko Tui Nadroga, Roko Tui Nadi, and Roko Tui Lautoka, reinforcing the role of traditional leadership structures in supporting awareness, prevention, reporting, and community-level engagement in counter-narcotics efforts.

A Talanoa Session was subsequently conducted to facilitate discussion on operational challenges, community concerns, and practical approaches to strengthen coordinated responses to narcotics-related threats.

This engagement further reinforced that addressing narcotics and its associated threats requires a coordinated whole-of-nation approach involving government institutions, security agencies, traditional leadership, and community stakeholders.

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16/05/2026

16/05/2026

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐣𝐢 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐣𝐢 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

Friday, 15 May 2026 marked the official commencement of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) and Fiji Police Force (FPF) Joint Counter Narcotics Task Force Operation (JCNTF) in the Western Division, a significant milestone in the RFMF and FPF's united commitment to combat the growing threat of illicit drugs in the Western Division.

Headquarters Joint Task Force Command (HQ JTFC), under the leadership of Brigadier General Manoa Gadai and his officers, hosted the Fiji Police Force’s Divisional Police Commander Western Division, Senior Superintended of Police (SSP) Lakobo Vaisewa, together with his team of Police officers, for a high-level joint operational meeting focused on strengthening coordination, planning, and ex*****on of this critical mission.

In his opening remarks, Brigadier General Gadai warmly welcomed SSP Vaisewa and his team, reaffirming the unwavering commitment of the RFMF to fully support the Police-led RFMF/FPF Joint Counter Narcotics Task Force Operation in the Western Division.

Brigadier General Gadai emphasized the importance of unity of purpose, unity in command, and unity in effort, stressing that close cooperation between the RFMF and FPF will be essential in successfully confronting Fiji’s existential threat posed by the use and abuse of illicit drugs.

Brigadier General Gadai further reassured the RFMF/FPF Joint Task Force that all necessary resources, manpower, operational support, and logistical capabilities have been committed to ensure the mission is carried out effectively, professionally, and decisively.

Responding on behalf of the FPF, SSP Ioane Vaisewa thanked Brigadier General Gadai and the RFMF officers for their invitation, leadership, and unwavering support to the FPF over the years.

SSP Vaisewa reiterated the Commissioner of Police’s overall intent for both organizations to work together toward one common goal and purpose , protecting Fiji and its people from the devastating impact of illicit drugs and transnational criminal activities.

He expressed confidence that the joint operations between the RFMF and FPF will set a very high standard of cooperation, mutual respect, professionalism, discipline, and operational excellence.

Following the briefing, JTFC, together with Delta and Echo Companies personnel, conducted a combined operational demonstration for members of the RFMF/FPF Joint Counter Narcotics Task Force, showcasing tactical readiness, interoperability, and the combined operational capabilities of both forces.

The RFMF and FPF wish to send a very strong and clear message to all drug lords, criminal syndicates, traffickers, suppliers, distributors, and those involved in the consumption and facilitation of illicit drugs: your activities are destroying families, communities, and the future of our nation, and they will not be tolerated.

The RFMF/FPF Joint Counter Narcotics Task Force will relentlessly pursue those who profit from the suffering of our people. There will be no safe haven for criminals involved in the illicit drug trade. The full weight of the law, supported by the combined strength and capabilities of the RFMF and FPF, will be brought against all individuals and networks engaged in these illegal activities.

This operation marks the beginning of a sustained, coordinated, and aggressive campaign to safeguard Fiji’s national security, protect future generations, and restore safety and stability within our communities.

Together, we stand united in the fight against illicit drugs.

02/04/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬

On Thursday, 02 April 2026 at 09:00 am, the United Kingdom’s Deputy Chief of the General Staff (DCGS), Lieutenant General Sir David Eastman, visited the Joint Task Force Command (JTFC) at Blackrock Camp in Nadi as part of his official visit to the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF).

Upon arrival, the UK DCGS was received by the Deputy Commander JTFC, Captain (Navy) Saula Tuilevuka, before proceeding to the Quarter Guard, an honour accorded to senior officers and distinguished representatives. This was followed by a traditional welcoming ceremony, after which Major Savenaca Degei delivered the JTFC brief.

Following the presentation, Lieutenant General Eastman conveyed his sincere appreciation for the warm reception. He also commended the RFMF’s longstanding contribution to international peacekeeping operations, noting the depth of operational experience and professionalism demonstrated by its personnel.

The visit concluded with a presentation of gifts, followed by a morning tea, marking a fitting close to the engagement and reflecting the strong and enduring partnership between the RFMF and the United Kingdom Armed Forces.