The Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) reached a significant milestone in its regional defence engagement as a company of approximately 130 personnel departed Fiji Yesterday (14 May 2025) to participate in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025 (TS25)โ€”the largest multinational military exercise ever hosted in Australia.
This deployment marks a historic step in Fijiโ€™s military diplomacy, underscoring its commitment to regional security and cooperation.
Led by Major Jale Lacanikaibau, the RFMF Company will embed with the Australian Defence Force (ADF) for an initial six-month deployment, which is expected to extend into a one-year rotational commitment.
Fijiโ€™s participation not only strengthens its longstanding defence partnership with Australia but also enhances the RFMFโ€™s interoperability and operational readiness through multinational collaboration.