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Interim Prime Minister Commodore Frank Bainimarama said he knows that a return to parliamentary democracy is essential to restore investor confidence, however, he stressed that things cannot be rushed to please the international community. Commodore Bainimarama said the interim government will not bend to the pressure from the international community to have elections without ensuring sustainable democracy. (fijivillage.com)
Two political parties have this morning revealed that they will decide whether or not to participate in the proposed Presidential Forum after looking at the terms of reference. Ousted Opposition Leader and leader of the United Peoples Party Mick Beddoes said they will not participate if the Fourm will only focus on proposed electoral changes and the People’s Charter. (fijivillage.com)
The Governor of the Reserve Bank of Fiji said the Fiji economy is growing. Speaking at the Economic Summit, Savenaca Narube said with so many figures flying around about the state of the economy, the Reserve Bank stands by its figures. However, Narube added the growth rate is too low and something needs to be done to lift it. (fijivillage.com)
The ongoing consultation for Fiji’s draft People’s Charter is likely to be extended. (fijilive.com)
The Fiji Council of Social Services has come out strongly saying that grants given to social service organization should be increased and channeled through the Prime Minister’s Office. (Legend FM News)
Fiji Visitors Bureau says 2008 has been a successful year for the tourism industry so far. (radiofiji.com)
The Ministry of Health needs $32million a year to manage one category of cancer patients, it has been revealed. (FT)
The Occupational Health and Safety department is expected to carry out various studies to try and establish a Code of Best Practice for the hours Bus drivers are required to work. (fijivillage.com)
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