Fiji, July 24 -- Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General, Baron Waqa has urged women leaders to shift from consultation to action, as he opened the 4th Pacific Islands Forum Women Leaders Meeting in Suva this week.

"This is where we confront tough questions, challenge complacency, and drive the political will to deliver on our regional commitments," said Waqa.

He stressed the significance of the meeting, calling it "not ceremonial, but strategic."

"We meet at a time of convergence, where the outcomes of the Pacific Regional and National Security Conference, the ongoing Review of the Regional Architecture, and the lead-up to the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Honiara demand sharper coordination and stronger leadership." ...