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Foreign experts join constitution review

From FBC News · () English

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  • Fiji is incorporating international constitutional experts into its new constitution drafting process.
  • Experts from New Zealand and Queensland will provide technical support to the Constitutional Review Commission.
  • The review process is moving into its next phase with this external assistance.

Fiji is advancing its constitutional review process by engaging international experts to assist in drafting the nation's new constitution. Constitutional experts from New Zealand and Queensland have joined the effort, bringing their specialized knowledge to the Constitutional Review Commission. Their involvement marks a significant step as the process moves into its next phase.

Justice Minister and Acting Attorney-General Siromi Turaga confirmed the participation of these foreign experts. He stated that they will provide crucial technical support to the commission as it works on preparing the draft constitution. This collaboration aims to ensure a robust and well-informed constitutional framework for Fiji.

The inclusion of international expertise signals Fiji's commitment to a thorough and globally informed approach to constitutional development. The commission will leverage the insights and experience of these external advisors to strengthen the drafting of the foundational legal document for the country.

the experts will provide technical support to the Constitutional Review Commission in preparing the draft Constitution.

โ€” Siromi TuragaThe Justice Minister and Acting Attorney-General explains the role of the international experts in Fiji's constitutional drafting process.
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