As Fiji and China celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations, Fiji’s Parliament Speaker Filimone Jitoko opens up about lessons learned from China’s poverty reduction strategies and the future of climate resilience. 🌱
In an exclusive interview with CMG’s Leaders Talk, Jitoko emphasized how his visits to Beijing, Shanghai, and Shaanxi shaped his perspective on tackling development challenges. ‘China’s ability to relocate communities from remote areas and empower them through education is transformative,’ he said, highlighting initiatives Fiji could adapt.
The Speaker also reaffirmed Fiji’s commitment to the one-China principle, praising China’s ‘leadership in global initiatives’ and its role as a key partner for Pacific island nations facing climate threats. 🌊 ‘China’s tech-driven strategies offer us tools to build resilience,’ he added, pointing to sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy collaborations.
For young professionals and climate advocates, Jitoko’s insights signal a growing bridge between Asia and the Pacific—one built on shared goals and innovation. 💡
