"We must learn to respect each other's views and to differ without anger or ill will." (14 July 2005). - Laisenia Qarase

It requires commitment, vision and will. Differences of ethnicity and multi-culturalism have to be managed and accommodated. It is a difficult balancing act, which must take account of the interests of all communities.

Reconciliation between our communities, following all the hurt and distress of 2000, is a critical part of the reconstruction of the country.

"Let us respect each other and avoid causing unnecessary hurt to those with beliefs and faiths different from ours." (Pacific Magazine).