𝐑𝐅𝐌𝐅 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐉𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) is proud to announce that, for the first time in its history, two of its officer cadets have been selected to undergo military training at the prestigious National Defence Academy of Japan (NDA).

Officer Cadet Iliesa Caginatabale [Kadavu] and Officer Cadet Sailasa Natobe[Nadroga] will embark on a five-year journey at the NDA, located in Yokosuka, Kanagawa, where they will pursue undergraduate degrees while undergoing intensive military officer training. The NDA prepares future leaders for Japan’s Army, Navy, and Air Force and provides a world-class military education.

The two officer cadets were formally farewelled by His Excellency Mr Rokuichiro Michii, Japanese Ambassador to Fiji on Tuesday 25 March 2025, at his official residence. The ceremony was attended by their parents, RFMF Land Force Commander Brigadier General, Onisivoro Covunisaqa, and senior RFMF officers. Ambassador Michii congratulated the cadets on their selection and encouraged them to embrace the opportunity, excel in their training, and strengthen the growing defense ties between Fiji and Japan.