The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence was briefed on Fiji’s foreign policy work during a visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade. The visit formed part of the Committee’s role in engaging with government institutions responsible for shaping and implementing Fiji’s foreign policy. Article continues after advertisementCommittee members were welcomed by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade Sakiasi Ditoka the Permanent Secretary Dr Raijeli Taga and senior Ministry officials. During the visit the Committee received briefings on the Ministry’s work in advancing Fiji’s national interests through bilateral regional and international engagement. Discussions focused on Fiji’s diplomatic relations regional cooperation participation in international organisations trade and economic diplomacy and consular services provided to Fijians living overseas.