Tag: Biman Prasad
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NFP leader Biman Prasad says Fiji has renewed grassroots momentum ahead of elections despite online criticism
Prasad told supporters this week that a series of party meetings held in Rakiraki, Tavua, Nausori and Nadi drew large crowds and produced strong interest from… Read more
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NFP Gains Ground in Fiji as Prasad Emphasizes Grassroots Momentum Ahead of Elections
Grassroots momentum is growing for Fiji’s National Federation Party, with strong local turnout hinting at a broader future. Leader Biman Prasad balances governance duties with a… Read more
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NFP Leader Prasad Defends Welfare Gains, Urges Policy Focus at Rewa Branch Meeting
At a packed Rewa meeting, NFP leader Biman Prasad pushes back against online misinformation and outlines a path focused on social protection, education access and transparent… Read more
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Fiji defers municipal elections to review ward boundaries; NFP backs the move
Local elections are on hold as boundary reviews and rapid urban growth shift the focus of Fiji’s governance. A leading party figure suggests the pause could… Read more
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Fiji postpones local elections until after the general election, citing readiness and ward boundary issues
Professor Biman Prasad, the National Federation Party leader, says delaying Fiji’s municipal elections until after the next general election is sensible amid global volatility, ward boundary… Read more
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Prasad Defends Credit for External Researchers in Fiji FCCC Reports Amid Election Scrutiny
Professor Biman Prasad weighs in on a heated debate over crediting external contributors in government-funded research—a tension unfolding ahead of Fiji’s elections. Supporters argue it’s an… Read more
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Fiji High Court rejects permanent stay bid in Biman Prasad FICAC case; trial proceeds
A Suva court rejects a permanent stay in a high-profile corruption case, keeping the charges against a former deputy prime minister on track. The ruling paves… Read more
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Fiji MP Biman Prasad Pushes Repeal of Political Parties Act to Restore Free Campaigning Before Next Election
A senior MP renews calls to repeal the Political Parties Act and other “draconian” laws he says have hampered party work and stifled open campaigning. He… Read more
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Fiji High Court Sets Four-Day Defamation Trial in Suva for Prasad-Chaudhry Facebook Posts Dispute
Fiji’s High Court prepares for a four-day defamation hearing between former finance minister Biman Prasad and veteran politician Mahendra Chaudhry, sparked by disputed social-media posts. The… Read more
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Prasad Urges Calm as Fiji Debates Fijian Identity in Constitution Review
As Fiji gears up for Constitution Review hearings, a senior figure warns against turning nationality into a political tool. The debate over who qualifies as a… Read more