Fiji, July 7 -- Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says Fiji's sovereignty remains secure under the newly signed Vuvale Union and Ocean of Peace Alliance with Australia, stressing that the partnership is built on dialogue, regional solidarity and respect for international law.

Speaking at a joint press conference with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Suva on Monday, Rabuka was asked how Fiji would ensure the long-term protection of its sovereignty under the alliance.

"We are protected by the articles of the United Nations. We are a member of the United Nations. If anything threatens that sovereignty, we have the Vuvale partnership. We have our own regional solidarity to rely on as well as the world's understanding of the word s...