[2] Both countries were part of the British Empire and have long-standing relations due to many Fijian soldiers serving in Peninsular Malaysia during the Malayan Emergency from 1952 to 1956.

[3] In 1971, the first Prime Minister of Fiji, Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara, visited Malaysia then diplomatic relations were established in 1977.

[3] Fiji also seeks assistance on the renewable energy projects and infrastructural development.

[3] The country also considering marketing and promotion of Fiji products in Malaysia and the rest of Asia which is imperative on the tourism sector.

[3] There is also plan for a direct air link to Malaysia which would be benefits to boost to the Fijian tourism sector and both countries have a relations in military officers training, education, and air services.