Government of the Republic of Fiji
Government of the Republic of Fiji
12/19/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/19/2025 02:51
FIJI SECURES $5 MILLION CONTRIBUTION TO CLIMATE...
The Government of Fiji has secured an additional $5 million contribution from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of New Zealand to the Climate Relocation of Communities Trust Fund, reinforcing the strong and enduring partnership between the two countries on climate resilience and sustainable development.
The funding will provide critical support for Fiji's planned relocation programme, ensuring that communities facing severe climate risks, including Nabavatu, have access to the resources required for safe, dignified and sustainable relocation when all adaptation options have been exhausted.
Prime Minister, Hon. Sitiveni Rabuka welcomed the contribution and acknowledged New Zealand's continued leadership and partnership in supporting Pacific communities.
"I thank the Government and people of New Zealand for their continued partnership with Fiji. This contribution reflects our shared commitment to Pacific resilience, climate leadership, and standing together in support of communities most affected by climate change," Prime Minister Rabuka said.
New Zealand remains a valued and trusted partner in Fiji's climate response. As the first country to provide dedicated financing to the CROC Trust Fund in 2020, New Zealand has demonstrated consistent leadership in supporting vulnerable communities in Fiji and across the Pacific.
Established in 2019, the Climate Relocation of Communities Trust Fund supports the orderly, inclusive and dignified relocation of communities at risk from climate change. Fiji's Planned Relocation Guidelines and accompanying Standard Operating Procedures provide a clear, community-centred framework that places affected communities at the heart of decision-making, supported by government and development partners.
The Government of Fiji continues to emphasise that relocation is a measure of last resort. Every effort is made to pursue in-situ adaptation before relocation is considered. Where relocation becomes unavoidable, the CROC framework ensures a coordinated, multi-agency and multi-stakeholder approach that safeguards livelihoods, culture, land rights and social cohesion.
The Government of Fiji extends its sincere appreciation to the Government of New Zealand for its continued support and looks forward to further strengthening this important partnership in advancing climate-resilient development for the people of Fiji.
The funding will provide critical support for Fiji's planned relocation programme, ensuring that communities facing severe climate risks, including Nabavatu, have access to the resources required for safe, dignified and sustainable relocation when all adaptation options have been exhausted.
Prime Minister, Hon. Sitiveni Rabuka welcomed the contribution and acknowledged New Zealand's continued leadership and partnership in supporting Pacific communities.
"I thank the Government and people of New Zealand for their continued partnership with Fiji. This contribution reflects our shared commitment to Pacific resilience, climate leadership, and standing together in support of communities most affected by climate change," Prime Minister Rabuka said.
New Zealand remains a valued and trusted partner in Fiji's climate response. As the first country to provide dedicated financing to the CROC Trust Fund in 2020, New Zealand has demonstrated consistent leadership in supporting vulnerable communities in Fiji and across the Pacific.
Established in 2019, the Climate Relocation of Communities Trust Fund supports the orderly, inclusive and dignified relocation of communities at risk from climate change. Fiji's Planned Relocation Guidelines and accompanying Standard Operating Procedures provide a clear, community-centred framework that places affected communities at the heart of decision-making, supported by government and development partners.
The Government of Fiji continues to emphasise that relocation is a measure of last resort. Every effort is made to pursue in-situ adaptation before relocation is considered. Where relocation becomes unavoidable, the CROC framework ensures a coordinated, multi-agency and multi-stakeholder approach that safeguards livelihoods, culture, land rights and social cohesion.
The Government of Fiji extends its sincere appreciation to the Government of New Zealand for its continued support and looks forward to further strengthening this important partnership in advancing climate-resilient development for the people of Fiji.
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