Law Enforcement and Military Forces
- The military is comprised of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) with a total manpower of 3,500 active soldiers and 6,000 reservists, includes a 300-man strong Navy Unit.
The Land Force comprises of the Fiji Infantry Regiment (regular and territorial force organized into six light infantry battalions), Fiji Engineer Regiment, Logistic Support Unit and Force Training Group. The two regular battalions are traditionally stationed overseas on peacekeeping duties.
The Law Enforcement branch is comprised of as follows:
- Fiji Police Force
- Fiji Corrections Service
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