New Delhi, Aug. 25 -- Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji, Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka, called on the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in an official statement.

Welcoming Prime Minister Rabuka and his delegation, the President fondly recalled her meeting with him during her state visit to Fiji in August 2024, as well as the traditional welcome extended to her by the indigenous tribal elders. She also recalled her interactions with members of the vibrant Indian-origin community and appreciated the vital role they play in deepening understanding and friendship between the two countries, the MEA said.

Underlining the long-standing relationship between India a...