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Maintain law & order, says Fiji

SUVA: Fiji’s interim government has reiterated that individuals found breaking the Public Emergency Decree will be detained and possibly charged.

Fiji Army spokesman and Permanent Secretary for Information Neumi Leweni said there would be no exceptions and anyone trying to cause problems by influencing people in a negative manner would face the law. With the regulations extended for another month, Mr. Leweni said people who are trying to upset, cause incitement or tension among the communities would not be tolerated. They would need to seriously think twice about their priorities since “the government is only focused on moving the nation forward”. “I urge members of the public and especially community leaders who may be contemplating inciteful actions to stop, as this would only impact on government’s efforts to progress the nation toward a better Fiji. Fiji needs leaders who have the interest of all at heart — regardless of ethnicity,” he said.

The interim government that has continued to censor the media in Fiji urged members of the public to adhere to the Public Emergency Decree.

Early this month, the Fiji interim government extended its Public Emergency regulations for another 30 days.

The regulation imposes restrictions on public gatherings and allows any soldier to perform the role of police or prison staff.

Mr. Leweni made the announcement after Fiji was expelled from the Pacific Islands Forum. The Emergency Regulations were due to expire last week but have been extended until June 10. — Xinhua

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