Fiji, Sept. 11 -- Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General Baron Waqa says the signing of the Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) treaty in Honiara is a historic moment for the region, the first such treaty endorsed at a Leaders Meeting in 40 years.

"Today is a special day in our Pacific history. The last time a treaty was signed at a Leaders Meeting was four decades ago," Waqa said.

"This treaty was co-drafted by Forum members, and we will continue working together to ensure its safe passage to ratification and entry into force."

Waqa said the PRF team has already conducted six treaty missions with Forum members and begun preparatory work in Tonga, where the facility will be hosted.

The PRF is expected to become operational in 2026.

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