# Fiji National Day

Date: 9 Oct 2026
Released by: Marco Rubio, Secretary of State

## MediaRelease.co Summary

Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated the people of Fiji on their national day on behalf of the United States. He said the two countries share a commitment to prosperity, peace and security in the Pacific. Rubio cited ongoing cooperation through the Millennium Challenge Corporation and said the United States looks forward to deepening collaboration with Fiji.

## Original release

On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warmest congratulations to the people of Fiji as you celebrate your national day. Today is an opportunity to honor Fiji’s rich history and cultural heritage. The United States values our strong partnership with Fiji, built on our shared commitment to prosperity, peace, and security in the Pacific. Our ongoing work together through the Millennium Challenge Corporation is laying the foundation for the U.S.-Fiji partnership to reach new heights in years to come. We appreciate Fiji’s important contributions to the region, and we look forward to deepening our collaboration in the years ahead. I wish you a prosperous and joyous Fiji Day.

## Key details

- Author/spokesperson: Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
- Published: 9 Oct 2026
- Publisher country: United States
- Subject country/region: National (United States)
- Original source: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/10/fiji-national-day-2/
- MediaRelease.co URL: https://mediarelease.co/us/mr01702-fiji-national-day-09102026.html

Original source: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/10/fiji-national-day-2/
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