fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan - Home Affairs & Immigration Minister, Pio Tikoduadua

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0:00 Introduction and Welcome
1:07 Introduction of Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration
2:20 Overview of Drug Talanoa Session and Counter Narcotics Strategy
3:01 Motion for Inquiry into Drug Situation in 2019
4:30 Reason for Pushing for Inquiry and Government’s Response
6:32 Minister’s Personal Experience and Recovery After Incident in Parliament
7:12 Current Assessment of Drug Problem in Fiji
8:38 Acknowledging the Seriousness of the Drug Problem
10:09 Development of the Drug Problem Over the Years
11:27 Evidence of Drug Supply and Local Production
12:44 Involvement of Pharmacies and Legal Controls
13:57 Questions About Sudafedrine and Legal Changes
15:11 Strategy for Supply Reduction and Maritime Surveillance
16:24 Discussion on Adequacy of Patrol Vessels
17:37 Requesting More Support from International Partners
19:14 Importance of Intelligence Sharing and International Cooperation
20:25 Incident Involving RFNS Kikau and Inquiry
23:13 Police Reset Announcement and Issues in Police Service Delivery
24:55 Concerns About Corruption and Lack of Confidence in Police
25:38 Integrity and Professionalism in Police Force
27:10 Importance of Restoring Public Trust in Police
28:27 Justification for Establishing Counter Narcotics Bureau
29:16 Scope and Work of the Counter Narcotics Bureau
30:30 Elements of the Counter Narcotics Strategy
32:19 Leadership and Reporting Structure of the Bureau
33:21 Budget Allocation for the Counter Narcotics Bureau
34:02 Concerns About Police Tip-offs and Safeguarding Processes
36:05 Continued Role of Police in Narcotics Bureau
38:00 Ensuring Independence of the Counter Narcotics Bureau
39:18 Timeline for Establishing the Bureau
40:30 Appointment of New Police Commissioner
41:43 Role of Australian Federal Police in Police Reset
42:22 New Strategy and Partnership with Australian Federal Police
43:40 Embedding Experts in Fiji Police Force
45:04 Professional Development and Tactical Training for Police
46:50 Building Capability in Areas Like Cybercrime
47:30 Importance of Massive Awareness Campaigns
48:38 Recognition of Drug Crisis and National Security Issue
49:26 Urgent Need for Harm Reduction Strategies
50:26 Reports of Young Meth Addicts and Plans for Youth Protection
52:01 Importance of Parental Responsibility and Family Support
53:56 Violent Crimes Linked to Drug Use and Strategy to Address Them
55:11 Legal Reforms and Empowering Judiciary to Deal with Drug Crimes
57:47 Increase in Drug-Related Cases at St. Giles Hospital
59:30 Establishment of Drug Rehabilitation Center
1:01:21 Urgent Actions and Timeline for Rehabilitation Center
1:02:30 RFMF’s Stance on Use of Firearms in Drug-Related Incidents
1:03:43 Debate on Arming Police and Ensuring Tactical Readiness
1:06:03 Recognition of Drug Problem as National Security Issue
1:07:10 Emphasis on Professionalism and Integrity in Law Enforcement
1:08:21 Awareness Campaigns and Role of Media and Community Leaders
1:11:03 Final Call for National Cooperation and Parental Responsibility
1:13:00 Minister’s Closing Remarks and Commitment to Ongoing Efforts