Fiji, May 17 -- "When the baton was passed to you two years ago, Forum Leaders entrusted the Secretariat to your capable hands, recognising your extensive as a stateman. Your deep understanding of the Forum and its membership assured us all that you were well- equipped to lead".

These were the sentiments shared by Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka while delivering his heartfelt remarks to the esteemed outgoing Secretary- General, Henry Puna at the Pacific Islands Forum Thursday evening.

Reflecting on Puna's leadership in his remarks, Prime Minister Rabuka highlighted the important role of Puna in promoting gender equality, enhancing resilience, forging new partnerships, advancing climate action initiatives, engaging youth in climate negot...