FIJIAN PRIME MINISTER CONGRATULATES REPUBLIC OF KOREA PRESIDENT

28/02/2013

Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama has reaffirmed Fiji’s commitment towards deepening relations with the Republic of Korea after congratulating Her Excellency, Madam Park Geun-hye as President of the Republic of Korea.

The Prime Minister congratulated President Geun-hye following her inauguration as the 18th President and highlighted her Excellency’s own commitment towards ‘wholesome development’.

“Please accept my warmest congratulations, both personally and on behalf of the People of Fiji. Your inauguration as 18thPresident of the Republic of Korea is indeed historical and special in that it brings forth a renewed sense of hope and optimism to the people of your country and region and beyond”, PM Bainimarama said.

“Your message and pledge to embark on the making of a “Second Miracle on the Han River” premised on the new era of hope through economic rejuvenation, pursuit of happiness and flourishing culture illustrates your strong conviction and commitment to ensuring balanced and wholesome development for your people based on equality and respect”.

Through a diplomatic note issued through Fiji’s foreign ministry, the Prime Minister spoke of strengthening relations and working closely with President Geun-hye.

“The message and commitment resonates well beyond your boarders and Fiji stands ready to partner with the Republic of Korea on mutually beneficial endeavors regionally and internationally”.

“We have total faith that your appointment will deepen our relations which we have enjoyed for more than forty years”.

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