Fiji Public Demands Major Electoral Overhaul in Constitutional Consultations

Fiji is witnessing a significant public push for major constitutional reform, with widespread support emerging for changes to the nation's electoral system. Nationwide consultations conducted by the Constitution Review Committee have consistently highlighted a public desire for reform.

Sevuloni Valenitabua, Chairperson of the Constitution Review Committee, stated that submissions from across the country have uniformly called for alterations to the current voting mechanism. This indicates a broad consensus among the populace regarding the need for a revamped electoral process.

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Constitution Review Committee Chairperson Sevuloni Valenitabua says submissions from across the country have consistently called for changes to the current voting system.

A prominent theme in the public feedback is the desire to revert to the multi-constituency model that was in place before the adoption of the 2013 constitution. This suggests a dissatisfaction with the current system and a preference for a model that may be perceived as more representative or effective by the citizens. The committee is now tasked with considering these strong public opinions as it moves forward with its review.

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He says many people want a return to the multi-constituency model used before the 2013 […]