Back then (in 1985) the issue of the day was nuclear testin… - Joni Madraiwiwi

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Back then (in 1985) the issue of the day was nuclear testing, now we are faced with problems such as climate change, overfishing, deforestation, shipments of radioactive materials through Pacific waters and nuclear proliferation. We need to remain vigilant so that we won't become victims again.

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Ratu Joni Madraiwiwi (born 1957) was the Vice-President of Fiji from 10 January 2005 to 5 December 2006. By profession he is a lawyer and former judge.

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