President Isaac Herzog welcomed Fiji's first resident ambassador to Israel, Jesoni Vitusagavulu, and Thai Ambassador Boonyarit Vichienpuntu in a ceremony that was shortened due to heavy rain. Fiji recently opened its embassy in Jerusalem, becoming the seventh country to do so, and Vitusagavulu brings a diverse background in diplomacy, business, and ministry. Discussions with the ambassadors focused on strengthening bilateral relations, trade, and potential cooperation in areas such as climate change and humanitarian efforts, including the proposed International Stabilization Force for the Gaza Strip, in which Fiji may participate. The ceremony deviated from tradition due to the weather, with both ambassadors donning their national attire for the occasion.