
๐จ๐ฆ๐ ๐๐๐ฆ ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ ๐ง๐ฎ๐๐ธ ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ฝ๐ถ๐น๐ผ๐ป๐ถ ๐ง๐ฟ๐ผ๐ผ๐ฝ๐
April 23, 2025
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April 26, 2025The Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) Third Battalion Fiji Infantry Regiment (3FIR) held its Commanding Officerโs Parade today, 24 April 2025, at Queen Elizabeth Barracks (QEB) in Nabua.
The parade was officiated by the newly appointed Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel (Lt Col) Pio Varawa, marking his formal assumption of leadership of the unit.
In his address, Lt Col Varawa expressed his profound honour and privilege in leading the historic battalion. He paid tribute to the legacy of those who served before him, affirming his deep respect for their contributions and sacrifices.
Lt Col Varawa also extended his appreciation to members of 3FIR who recently returned from peacekeeping missions abroad and acknowledged those who successfully completed local and international training courses.
โYour professionalism and dedication continue to raise the profile of our unit, the RFMF, and of course the nation on the global stage. To those who have successfully completed local and overseas training courses, congratulations and well done to you all,โ Lt Col Varawa said.
Lt Col Varawa also highlighted upcoming deployments and exercises in Australia and emphasised the establishment of the Rapid Response Infantry Company Group. He noted that this new capability would strengthen the RFMFโs ability to respond to national crises and deliver humanitarian assistance and disaster relief while also maintaining warfighting readiness.
โLet us remain anchored in the RFMF ethos and values. The challenges ahead will test our strength and resolve but will also shape our legacy,โ Lt Col Varawa said.
In closing, Lt Col Varawa encouraged his troops to continue striving for excellence.โLet us be the unit others look to for excellence in training, professionalism in operations, and unity in action. Whether at home or abroad, our conduct must reflect the honour and heritage of 3FIR.โ