Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has expressed the necessity to revisit the 2013 Constitution.
Speaking at the National Federation Party Annual Convention in Sigatoka, Rabuka pointed out that he perceives the Constitution to contain restrictive limitations on human rights.
Although he acknowledged that a coalition government could benefit from clauses that grant them undue advantages and significant authority, he emphasized that such a situation would be unjust, unrealistic, and undemocratic.
Rabuka highlighted the importance of truth and reconciliation for healing in Fiji, aiming to put an end to a history marked by political turmoil and a pervasive culture of fear and distrust. He noted that the nation has long suffered from the emotional scars of political conflict and has failed to address the burdens passed down through generations.
In support of establishing a Truth and Reconciliation Commission, NFP Leader and Deputy Prime Minister Prof. Biman Prasad emphasized the importance of openly discussing the traumatic events the country has endured, learning from these experiences, and determining a path forward.
The Prime Minister reiterated his personal commitment to facilitating the development of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in the quest for a fair and just constitution.