Fiji was among six countries that abstained when the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on the safety and security of humanitarian workers and the protection of UN personnel.
The resolution was adopted with 153 votes in favour, one against, and six abstentions during a recorded vote at the UN, with Fiji listed among those abstaining.
The measure reaffirms the obligation of states to protect humanitarian and United Nations personnel operating in conflict and high-risk environments, and calls for accountability for attacks against them.
The European Union, which facilitated the resolution, welcomed its adoption.
“We welcome adoption of today’s UN Resolution on Safety & Security of Humanitarian Personnel and the Protection of UN personnel, facilitated by the EU.
Humanitarian aid workers deserve our protection and this resolution entails key stipulations on accountability and ending impunity.”
The resolution comes amid growing global concern over attacks on aid workers and UN staff in conflict zones, with the General Assembly urging stronger compliance with international humanitarian law and an end to impunity for those responsible.
Fiji has not issued a public explanation for its abstention at the time of the vote.
