*Future traditional leaders to be trained and groomed as in the China model at an early age.From Fijileaks Archive, 27 January 2024, and now Fiji Sun, April 2024
From Fijileaks Archives, 7 August 2015:From Fijileaks Archive, 20 December 2022
*He led a group of arsonists to burn down Justice Gordon Ward's Deuba villa. There are stories around of him stomping on the bodies of women taken to the camp for their various protests. It is deeply saddening to see him being welcomed in London. After the Canberra hiccup, he will now realize his ambition. Such are the ways of the world. Keep safe in these strange times, my friend. |
*Now, Rabuka says Leung is no longer interested in the substantive position of Supervisor of Elections. He is embarrassed by the fact that his name was bandied about as the next Election Supervisor. |
*He shouldn't be embarrassed. He and Malimali are butt of joke in Fiji
*Thankfully, Bau didn't owe that money to the Chinese, for otherwise, the Chinese would have grabbed the island and set up a naval base. |
Fijileaks: We understood that, given Ratu Sir George Cakobau's sterling service to Fiji, successive governments had granted Bau Island an accessible free water supply beginning on 10 October 1970.
Minister for Public Works and Infrastructure, Ro Filipe Tuisawau, confirms that the water supply to Ratu Epenisa Cakobau’s residence in Bau has been reconnected. This follows an arrangement for periodic payment made by Ratu Epenisa, addressing concerns raised on social media regarding an overdue amount that led to the disconnection. Ro Filipe states that the payment plan utilized can be accessed by anyone, provided they make an arrangement with the Water Authority of Fiji.
“Yes, my understanding is that an assessment is being made on that, because some of the arrangements, we had made arrangements too with those with excessive bills for a periodic or payment plan, so that’s one of the assessments. But I think the water has been reconnected, but on the understanding that there will be a repayment plan in terms of that water.”
The Minister highlights that the government also has its dues to pay for the water used during the Great Council of Chief meeting in Bau, and discussion on this matter is still ongoing. Source: FBC News, 8 April 2024
“Yes, my understanding is that an assessment is being made on that, because some of the arrangements, we had made arrangements too with those with excessive bills for a periodic or payment plan, so that’s one of the assessments. But I think the water has been reconnected, but on the understanding that there will be a repayment plan in terms of that water.”
The Minister highlights that the government also has its dues to pay for the water used during the Great Council of Chief meeting in Bau, and discussion on this matter is still ongoing. Source: FBC News, 8 April 2024
COMING SOON: The Great Council of Chiefs visit to China, Full Report
Transit in Hong Kong
"Due to the late departure from Nadi International, the delegation arrived late to the Hong Kong International Airport. The delegation was advised upon arrival, that they needed to rush to the Shanghai connecting
flight without any clear direction which terminal to proceed to. Due to the rush in trying to locate the departure terminal, the Vunivalu of Serua Ratu Emosi Navunisaravi had breathing difficulties because of chaos and the long walk to terminal 28."
FREE RIDER?: What is Kuruleca doing taking her Personal Assistant Rusila Buisavu to Ministry of Education executives workshop in Hawaii?
*Surely, it could be described as Abuse of Office.
*Is she currying favour with her staff?
TUBA (OUT). While Selina Kuruleca is away, the Deputy Secretary for Education Timoci Bure (left photo) is Acting PS. |
*Two other veteran educationists and former MPs, Mikaele Leawere and Losena Salabula, are also being victimized and are to be removed despite the two coming up with the whole Education summit idea and planned it from start to finish.
*It is also alleged that while on the trip, Kuruleca also attended the Lomaiviti Day with her relatives in the United States.
*We understand that the former Education Minister Aseri Radrodro has expressed his strong objection to acting Education Minister Bill Gavoka over the treatment of those appointed under his previous Ministership, with Gavoka promising to look into the matter.
*It is alleged that given the strong personal family ties with Kuruleca, the PSC chairman Luke Rokovada is favouring Kuruleca.
Welcome to the new Kilavata taralala, Fiji.
Meanwhile, Aloha, from Waikiki, Hawaii.
Wish You, Fijians, Were Here, in Hawaii
Interim Electoral Commission chairperson Barbara Malimali denies making a complaint against acting Supervisor of Elections Ana Mataiciwa. Ms Malimali says the issue has been blown out of proportion while adding that people need to “calm down” and let people do their job.
The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Barbara Malimali has confirmed, that the letter that she had written to the Constitutional Offices Commission, was not to remove Ana Mataiciwa from her position as the Acting-Supervisor of Elections.
This comes after it was alleged that a letter from Malimali was hand-delivered to the Constitutional Offices Commission last Tuesday, requesting that Mataiciwa be replaced by a former chairman of the Electoral Commission, as the substantive Supervisor of Elections.
This comes after it was alleged that a letter from Malimali was hand-delivered to the Constitutional Offices Commission last Tuesday, requesting that Mataiciwa be replaced by a former chairman of the Electoral Commission, as the substantive Supervisor of Elections.
On reading his comments to the media, the people are entitled to ask why did Rabuka personally deliver the letter?
*And why is the letter confidential? Rabuka had confirmed to the media that he had personally delivered the letter which he said Lynda Tabuya, as Minister for Women and Children is privy to, and that he will not comment any further.
*The public has a right to know, since Tabuya is a public office holder, and Rabuka as Prime Minister is accountable to the public on his Minister's scandalous sex and illicit drug fuelled affair with another Cabinet Minister while on an official overseas trip, so he should inform the public the content of the letter.
*The way Rabuka is behaving (cheered on by Shamima Ali and other shameless women supporters of Tabuya), its like he is accountable to the Minister Tabuya.
*Its becoming a big joke because he himself and Tabuya have successfully reduced themselves to being 'a big joke' as they both ardently lie to the public, thinking they can fool the public.
*But no one is fooled. Contrary to what Rabuka and his Minister for Women think or wish, this matter will not go away and they have only themselves to blame for the severe backlash on both their reputation (or what is left of it).
Meanwhile, as Rabuka shows off his muscles, Tabuya is back, taking to the waves, as if she is once again the 'Queen of the High Seas'. Both posted photos of themselves on the same day - mere coincidence?
SADLY, Rabuka's own Kama Sutra escapades becoming topic of laughter
*Executive Claims Despite Receiving |
*Claims on credit card despite receiving Per Diem by Executive Management depict unethical business practice of management associated with double dipping which result in operating expenses for ATH and financial loss.
*Management to ensure that any management related entertainment expenses are approved by the CEO and any entertainment approved expenses to CEO is approved by ATH Board chairperson or ATH Board.
*Board to make a decision on the appropriate course of action to be taken against management for cases of double dipping noted as required under the Travel & Expenses Policy.
*Payment of Airline Frequent Flyer. Supporting documents are provided by the user of credit card for each payment item.
*ATH Board to make decision on recovery of allowances paid to ATH Executive for representation on ATH subsidiaries and also decide on the appropriate action to be taken.
*ATH Board to make a decision going forward on the treatment of board allowance received by the ATH Executive from subsidiary companies and finalization of relative policy/contracts.
TRAVEL ALLOWANCE SCANDALS GALORE IN FIJI. Fijileaks, 2012
Fijileaks: Sadly, it seems there is very little chance under this Coalition mob (just like it was under FFP) for younger professionals in Fiji's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to get Head of Mission postings. In most truly democratic Foreign Ministries, officials rightly aspire to get postings as senior diplomats and even Heads of Missions. |
Meanwhile, we are told that the New Zealand based Jagannath Sami is now undergoing training at the Fiji Foreign Ministry in Suva after the Indian government approved his appointment in record time, to replace Kamlesh Prakash.
*The Fiji High Commission in New Delhi is currently being manned by Biman Prasad's nephew, the First Secretary Nilesh Kumar.
*Disgustingly, the Coalition government is silent on Sami's appointment.
Now, FAIZAL KOYA for the United Arab Emirates.
Abu Dhabi: Sunjay Sudhir has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the UAE, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs announced (1 November 2021). The 1993 batch Indian Foreign Service officer is expected to take up the assignment shortly, the ministry said in a statement. Sudhir will succeed Pavan Kapoor, who took charge on October 31, 2019. Kapoor will now take charge as the next Indian Ambassador to the Russian Federation, the ministry added. Sudhir last served as the High Commissioner of India to Maldives. Prior to that, he lived and worked in New Delhi, Australia, Switzerland, Sri Lanka, Syria and Egypt. He was Joint Secretary (International Cooperation), Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas from 2015 to 2019. Prior to that he was the Consul General of India in Sydney.
He has served as Joint Secretary and Head of the Office of External Affairs Minister. Sudhir has also served as Counsellor at the Permanent Mission of India to the World Trade Organisation, Geneva (2007-11), Head of the Economic and Commercial Wing at the Indian Embassy, Colombo (2004-07), Second Secretary (Political, Information and Culture) at the Indian Embassy, Damascus (1997-2000) and Third Secretary at the Indian Embassy, Cairo (1995-97). During his stints in the Ministry of External Affairs in Delhi he served as Deputy Chief of Protocol (Ceremonial) handling incoming and outgoing VVIP visits during 2002-04. He has also worked in the Europe West Division (2000). In 2012, he had a brief stint as Joint Secretary (International Cooperation) in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Sudhir holds a degree in Bachelor of Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi (1984-88). He pursued a course in Diplomatic Practice from Oxford University (2001-02)
He has served as Joint Secretary and Head of the Office of External Affairs Minister. Sudhir has also served as Counsellor at the Permanent Mission of India to the World Trade Organisation, Geneva (2007-11), Head of the Economic and Commercial Wing at the Indian Embassy, Colombo (2004-07), Second Secretary (Political, Information and Culture) at the Indian Embassy, Damascus (1997-2000) and Third Secretary at the Indian Embassy, Cairo (1995-97). During his stints in the Ministry of External Affairs in Delhi he served as Deputy Chief of Protocol (Ceremonial) handling incoming and outgoing VVIP visits during 2002-04. He has also worked in the Europe West Division (2000). In 2012, he had a brief stint as Joint Secretary (International Cooperation) in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Sudhir holds a degree in Bachelor of Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi (1984-88). He pursued a course in Diplomatic Practice from Oxford University (2001-02)
Palaniswamy Subramanyan Karthigeyan is the new Indian High Commissioner to Fiji. This according to the High Commission of India in Fiji website.
Mr Karthigeyan who arrived in the country on July 8, 2021 previously served as the deputy high commissioner of India to Australia.
According to the statement, Mr Karthigeyan had also served in the High Commission in Malé (Maldives) and in the Embassy of India in Damascus (Syria) handling political and commercial work along with other responsibilities.
“In the Ministry of External Affairs, Shri Karthigeyan had worked in the Policy Planning and Research Division and in the United Nations (Economic and Social) division. From May 2013 to February 2017, Shri Karthigeyan was also the regional passport officer in Bangalore with jurisdiction over the state of Karnataka. Later he served as director (North) in the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi,” read the statement.
Mr Karthigeyan joined the Indian Foreign Service in 2004 and holds a Bachelor as well as Masters degree in Economics from the University of Madras in India. Source: The Fiji Times, 18 July 2021
Mr Karthigeyan who arrived in the country on July 8, 2021 previously served as the deputy high commissioner of India to Australia.
According to the statement, Mr Karthigeyan had also served in the High Commission in Malé (Maldives) and in the Embassy of India in Damascus (Syria) handling political and commercial work along with other responsibilities.
“In the Ministry of External Affairs, Shri Karthigeyan had worked in the Policy Planning and Research Division and in the United Nations (Economic and Social) division. From May 2013 to February 2017, Shri Karthigeyan was also the regional passport officer in Bangalore with jurisdiction over the state of Karnataka. Later he served as director (North) in the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi,” read the statement.
Mr Karthigeyan joined the Indian Foreign Service in 2004 and holds a Bachelor as well as Masters degree in Economics from the University of Madras in India. Source: The Fiji Times, 18 July 2021
Fijileaks: Did Barbara Malimali consult Graham Leung before putting his name forward to COC chair Sitiveni Rabuka for Leung to replace Mataiciwa? |
*Fiji Elections Office manager Legal Ana Salaivalu Mataiciwa had been appointed acting Supervisor of Elections following the suspension of Mohammed Saneem. | Things to Do: Remove Mataiciwa |
*The appointment came as a shock to Attorney-General Siromi Turaqa who had allegedly pushed the candidacy of his legal chum JIOJI MOMO BOSEIWAQA for the position with COC but according to reliable sources close to the interview process, Rabuka sided with Mataiciwa, for her long association with the Fiji Elections Office. |
Meanwhile, a chuffed Turaqa allegedly began to frustrate Mataiciwa's appointment at the FEO. He was angry that Mataiciwa had allegedly given him 'a telling off', to stop interfering in the affairs of the FEO. She reminded him that her office was an independent institution, and that she would not be taking directions from him. |
*The rest, as we say, is history, with her writing to Rabuka to replace Mataiciwa with Leung.
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