Military of Fiji
| Military of Fiji | |
|---|---|
| Military manpower | |
| Military age | 18 years of age for voluntary military service (2001) |
| Availability | males age 15–49: 239,221 (2004 est.) |
| Fit for military service | males age 15–49: 131,349 (2004 est.) |
| Reaching military age annually | males: 9,302 (2004 est.) |
| Military expenditures | |
| Amount (USD) | $32 million (2003) |
| Percent of GDP | 2.2% (FY02) |
The Republic of Fiji Military Force (RFMF), with a total manpower of only 3500 men, is one of the smallest in the world. The 2950 men in the active army are organized into six infantry and one engineer battalions, with 350 reserves forming a further three. There is one "Zulu" company of counter-revolutionary specialists. Army Aviation operates two helicopters. Its navy, 300 men strong, operates 9 patrol boats. Military aid is received from Australia, China, and the United Kingdom.
The first two regular battalions of the Fiji Infantry Regiment are traditionally stationed overseas under UN supervision; recent posts included Lebanon, Sinai, Iraq, and East Timor. The third battalion is stationed in the capital, Suva, and the remaining three are spread throughout the islands.
- Comander RFMF – The Commander RFMF is of Brigadier General rank. He is assisted by the Deputy Commander and the Chief of Staff, who are responsible for Strategic Command and Land Force Command. The current Commander is Commodore Frank Bainimarama.
- Strategic Command – Strategic Command is responsible for all of the long term and strategic concerns of the RFMF, including welfare, legal issues, sustainability issues etc.
- Land Force Command – Land Force Command is the operational organisation of the RFMF, and is responsible for all of the main units:
- HQ Land Force Command
- Land Force Battalion
- Naval Unit
- Fiji Infantry Regiment
- Fiji Engineer Regiment
- Logistic Support Unit
- Force Training Group
See also
Categories: Fiji | Militaries