Fiji, Dec. 16 -- Fiji was among six countries that abstained when the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on the safety and security of humanitarian workers and the protection of UN personnel.

The resolution was adopted with 153 votes in favour, one against, and six abstentions during a recorded vote at the UN, with Fiji listed among those abstaining.

The measure reaffirms the obligation of states to protect humanitarian and United Nations personnel operating in conflict and high-risk environments, and calls for accountability for attacks against them.

The European Union, which facilitated the resolution, welcomed its adoption.

"We welcome adoption of today's UN Resolution on Safety & Security of Humanitarian Personne...