More than a thousand people gathered at Albert Park today for Fiji’s 43rd Independence Day celebrations.
The celebrations in the capital city began with a march-on by members of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and the Fiji Navy.
His Excellency, the President, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau was chief guest at the celebrations and reviewed the military parade of more than 400 army and navy personnel which was followed by a 21-gun salute and the presidential salute.
Entertainment was also provided by the Fiji Police Jazz Band while organisations from both the public and private sector had set up booths displaying their products and services.
24 year old USA citizen, Emma Gold who is visiting Fiji on a school excursion said that she enjoyed the parade and the activities that were organised today.
“The military parade was great, it was so majestic and the marching was lovely,” Ms Gold said.
It was great to see how uniform everything was and this is the first time for me to witness military tradition.”
Similarly, Nausabd Ali said that he enjoyed the celebrations and seeing Fijians coming together.
“It was really great to see people coming together in unity and harmony today at the park,” Mr Ali said.
Celebrations continue this afternoon at the park.
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