Diabetes Fiji Welcomes New Health Plan, Cites Need for Investment and Partnerships

Diabetes Fiji has welcomed the Ministry of Health and Medical Services’ Strategic Plan 2026–2031, viewing it as a crucial framework for health sector reform. The organization stressed that stronger investment, enhanced partnerships, and community-level initiatives are essential to tackle Fiji's growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).

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Stronger investment, partnerships, and community-level action are needed to address Fiji’s rising Non-Communicable Disease burden.

Kini Marawa, Executive Director of Diabetes Fiji, highlighted that the plan addresses critical areas for improving the nation's health sector. The organization's endorsement signals a positive step towards addressing NCDs, which pose a significant challenge to public health in Fiji. The strategic plan aims to guide the health sector's direction over the next five years, focusing on key reforms and interventions.

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The response follows the Ministry of Health and Medical Services’ Strategic Plan 2026–2031, which Diabetes Fiji has welcomed as a key framework for health sector reform.

Diabetes Fiji's statement underscores the urgency of a multi-faceted approach to NCDs. This includes not only government-led strategies but also collaborative efforts involving various stakeholders and communities. The focus on community-level action suggests a recognition that localized solutions and engagement are vital for effective disease prevention and management.

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The plan comes at a [...]