President Droupadi Murmu's Historic State Visit to Fiji and New Zealand

President Droupadi Murmu concluded a significant State Visit to Fiji, where she discussed strengthening bilateral relations. Murmu’s visit included historic meetings, cultural engagements, and receiving Fiji’s highest civilian award. She continues her diplomatic tour in New Zealand, focusing on strengthening ties and engaging with the Indian diaspora.

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday concluded her State Visit to Fiji, where she held wide-ranging discussions with the country's top leadership to build upon historic ties and strengthen the partnership between the two nations.

Murmu’s visit was marked by significant engagements, including a warm send-off by Deputy PM Biman Prasad, prayers at the Sri Subramaniya Swami Temple, and being conferred the Companion of the Order of Fiji. This visit underscores the importance India places on its relationship with Fiji, as noted by the Fijian government.

Following Fiji, President Murmu is set to visit New Zealand at the invitation of Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro. She will meet key leaders, including Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters, and address the Indian community in Auckland. The Indian diaspora in New Zealand, about 300,000 strong, serves as a vibrant bridge between the two nations.