Parliament in Fiji has officially prorogued as of today, marking the conclusion of its current session. This means there will be no Parliamentary sittings or Standing Committee meetings until the next session convenes on Monday, February 24, 2025.
Prorogation symbolizes the formal end of a specific Parliamentary session within the broader four-year term. However, the Parliament of Fiji has indicated that urgent and necessary matters may still be addressed at the discretion of the Speaker of Parliament during this break.
The opening of the new session will be conducted by President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu on February 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Subsequently, Parliament is scheduled to reconvene for two weeks starting on March 3, 2025.
This break in the parliamentary calendar provides an opportunity for reflection and preparation for the challenges ahead. It underscores the importance of allowing lawmakers to recharge and regroup, ensuring that they can effectively tackle future issues with renewed vigor.
Overall, the prorogation of Parliament is a standard procedure in governance that can lead to more efficient and focused legislative efforts in the upcoming session.
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