Government of the Republic of Fiji
Government of the Republic of Fiji
02/12/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/12/2026 00:03
FIJI DEEPENS DIGITAL FUTURE THROUGH GOOGLE...
Google's Director of Submarine Innovation, Mr. Shirshendu Bhattacharya, met with the Minister for Policing and Communications, Hon. Ioane Naivalurua, in a discussion that underscored Fiji's growing role in the region's digital transformation.
During the meeting, Mr. Bhattacharya briefed the Minister on the significant progress of the Google Pacific Connect Initiative - a major effort aimed at strengthening regional connectivity through critical subsea cable infrastructure designed to support faster, more reliable communications.
Minister Naivalurua reaffirmed that Fiji's close collaboration with Google extends beyond the Communications sector, noting that such partnerships support wider national development and contribute to broader economic growth.
The Minister was also updated on Google's expanding footprint in Fiji, with discussions focusing on both existing and planned partnerships with local Fijian entities - a signal of increasing confidence in the country as a strategic technology partner in the Pacific.
A key highlight of the meeting was the significant economic and technical opportunities expected once Google completes its state-of-the-art ICT facility in Natadola. The facility is set to serve as a resilient digital hub, further strengthening Fiji's infrastructure and positioning the nation to better support future technological demands.
The conversation also explored the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Both parties discussed how Google is helping equip individuals and organisations with AI tools and digital skills, fostering innovation and preparing communities for an increasingly digital world.
The meeting reflects Fiji's continued commitment to embracing technology-driven progress while building partnerships that support long-term national resilience and opportunity.
During the meeting, Mr. Bhattacharya briefed the Minister on the significant progress of the Google Pacific Connect Initiative - a major effort aimed at strengthening regional connectivity through critical subsea cable infrastructure designed to support faster, more reliable communications.
Minister Naivalurua reaffirmed that Fiji's close collaboration with Google extends beyond the Communications sector, noting that such partnerships support wider national development and contribute to broader economic growth.
The Minister was also updated on Google's expanding footprint in Fiji, with discussions focusing on both existing and planned partnerships with local Fijian entities - a signal of increasing confidence in the country as a strategic technology partner in the Pacific.
A key highlight of the meeting was the significant economic and technical opportunities expected once Google completes its state-of-the-art ICT facility in Natadola. The facility is set to serve as a resilient digital hub, further strengthening Fiji's infrastructure and positioning the nation to better support future technological demands.
The conversation also explored the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Both parties discussed how Google is helping equip individuals and organisations with AI tools and digital skills, fostering innovation and preparing communities for an increasingly digital world.
The meeting reflects Fiji's continued commitment to embracing technology-driven progress while building partnerships that support long-term national resilience and opportunity.
Government of the Republic of Fiji published this content on February 12, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained herein. Distributed via Public Technologies (PUBT), unedited and unaltered, on February 12, 2026 at 06:04 UTC. If you believe the information included in the content is inaccurate or outdated and requires editing or removal, please contact us at [email protected]