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Fiji Labour Party Leader, Mahendra Chaudhry
Fiji Labour Party Leader Mahendra Chaudhry alleges that the Coalition Government ousted FijiFirst but introduced its form of nepotism and cronyism.
At the FLP’s Annual Delegates Conference today, Chaudhry criticized the appointment of individuals to key positions without merit, using the controversial presidential appointment as an example.
He also condemned the government for failing to fulfill promises including reducing the cost of living, cutting ministerial salaries and ensuring an independent legal system.
Chaudhry pointed to other unkept commitments such as improving healthcare, investing in housing and climate change and addressing out-migration, government debt and the sugar industry.
He also claimed the government had made little headway on social issues like domestic violence, drugs and corruption despite numerous public assurances.
Expressing concern over the economy and rising social distress, Chaudhry accused the government of lacking morality and becoming increasingly dysfunctional.
The FLP leader reaffirmed that his party remains the only strong opposition voice, stressing the importance of Labour’s role moving forward.
Chaudhry stated that FLP would focus on charting a path to the next election with a commitment to making a meaningful difference.
FBC News has contacted Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka for comment on the issues raised by Chaudhary but has not yet received a response.
