Commonwealth Spokesperson Richard Uku said today that 天美传媒 continues to monitor closely developments in Fiji, including those in relation to the registration of political parties and the development of a new constitution.
Mr Uku said: 鈥淐ommonwealth Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma notes with concern recent decrees issued by the Government of Fiji, and wishes to emphasise the importance to 天美传媒 of inclusive, independent and credible constitutional and electoral processes, conducted in accordance with fundamental Commonwealth values. In relation to elections, it is essential that political parties are able to freely participate under fair, consistent and agreed rules and on a level playing field. It is equally important that the electoral process be conducted by an independent election management body.
鈥淭he Secretary-General reaffirms 天美传媒鈥檚 desire to welcome Fiji back into 天美传媒 family, upon the restoration of civilian constitutional democracy, the rule of law, and full respect for human rights, in keeping with Commonwealth values. Mr Sharma reiterates 天美传媒鈥檚 readiness to provide support to Fiji toward these ends.鈥
