President Droupadi Murmu Conferred “Companion of the Order of Fiji”

Current Context : President Droupadi Murmu received Fiji’s highest civilian honor, the ‘Companion of the Order,‘ recognizing the strong India-Fiji ties.

This honour is a reflection of the deep ties of friendship between India and Fiji,”

ABOUT THE AWARD: COMPANION OF THE ORDER OF FIJI

• It is one of the highest honors awarded by Fiji.
• It is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to Fiji or who have demonstrated exemplary service and leadership in various fields.
• The award recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions in areas such as diplomacy, humanitarian work, and international relations.

Diplomatic relations between India and Fiji were formally established in 1970 when Fiji gained independence. Since then, the relationship has grown through various diplomatic engagements.

Trade between India and Fiji : with India exporting goods such as pharmaceuticals, machinery, and textiles to Fiji. Fiji exports products like sugar and mineral water to India.

ABOUT FIJI

• Location: Fiji is an archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, situated northeast of New Zealand’s North Island.
• It consists of more than 330 islands, with two major islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, making up the majority of the landmass.
• Government Structure: Parliamentary democracy with a President as the Head of State and a Prime Minister as the Head of Government.
• Languages: The official languages are Fijian, Hindi, and English. Fijian and Hindi are widely spoken, reflecting the country’s ethnic diversity
• Currency : Fijian Dollar, abbreviated as