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Fiji establishes Israel Allies parliamentary caucus

From FBC News · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Fiji has joined the global Israel Allies parliamentary network, becoming the 65th country to establish a caucus.
  • The network aims to strengthen political and diplomatic ties with Israel through

Fiji has become the 65th nation to establish an Israel Allies parliamentary caucus, a global network designed to bolster political and diplomatic connections with Israel. The announcement came from Josh Reinstein, president of the Israel Allies Foundation, who highlighted Fiji's new caucus as a significant step in its deepening relationship with Israel.

This is the 65th caucus to be launched. Weโ€™re active on six continents. We have 65 caucuses in 65 countries with over 1,600 legislators

โ€” Josh ReinsteinPresident of the Israel Allies Foundation, describing the global reach of the network.

Reinstein stated that the foundation supports pro-Israel caucuses worldwide, with 65 caucuses active across six continents and involving over 1,600 legislators. He described the foundation's approach as "faith-based diplomacy," encouraging lawmakers to translate biblical support for Israel into tangible political engagement.

faith-based diplomacy

โ€” Josh ReinsteinDescribing the Israel Allies Foundation's approach to encouraging legislators' engagement with Israel.

He commended Fiji for its strong backing of Israel, particularly noting the country's decision to establish an embassy in Jerusalem. Reinstein believes Fiji's participation in the international network will enhance collaboration among parliamentarians and strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between Fiji and Israel. He also expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Deputy Prime Minister Viliame Gavoka for their support, characterizing Fiji's actions as demonstrating "courage" and "moral clarity."

courage

โ€” Josh ReinsteinPraising Fiji's actions in establishing the caucus and its support for Israel.

The Fiji-Israel Allies Caucus was officially launched this week, with Deputy Prime Minister Gavoka serving as its first chair.

moral clarity

โ€” Josh ReinsteinPraising Fiji's actions in establishing the caucus and its support for Israel.
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Originally published by FBC News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.