"I believe many of our country's differences stem from the lack of genuine appreciation of the cultures and religious traditions and beliefs of our v… - Laisenia Qarase

We have to ensure that development is inclusive; that no particular group is disadvantaged or discriminated against.

We cannot bring our people together, and give all energies to development, when the agony of 2000 lives on and haunts us through prosecutions and sentences. Five years have gone by and … there is no end in sight. I believe it is time now for fresh thinking and action.

"As leaders of our respective countries, we are faced with the same challenge of forging greater unity and cohesiveness in our diverse societies, and I share your view that this requires leadership committed to the welfare and interests of all citizens and communities".