Fiji, Sept. 15 -- Solo Mara has been appointed Permanent Secretary for Fiji's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade following the completion of the Public Service recruitment process.

Mara takes over from Raijeli Taga, whose contract as Permanent Secretary has ended.

Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade Sakiasi Ditoka welcomed Mara's appointment, saying it comes as Fiji continues to expand its diplomatic engagement, external trade relations and international partnerships.

"I welcome PS Mara to the Ministry and look forward to working closely with him and our entire MFA&ET team as we continue strengthening Fiji's foreign service and ensuring that it delivers effectively for Government and for the people of Fiji," Dit...