To become autonomous and an independent body the GCC does not have to look too far ahead then our neighbours New Zealand, through their indigenous Polynesian Maori Economics up.
The invitation of the Highest-ranking Maori Chief to attend the GCC opening is good omen for Fijians and the iTaukei.
I personally feel our country can rely on the experience and expertise of TLTB Acting chief executive officer, Solo Nata, Permanent Secretary for iTaukei Affairs Pita Tagicakirewa and Minister for iTaukei Affairs Ifereimi Vasu, who has just returned from a weeklong NZ official government soul searching excercise.
From left: Gone Marama Bale Na Roko Tui Dreketi, Ro Teimumu Kepa, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Maori King, His Majesty Te Arikinui Tuheitia Paki during the GCC meeting at the Lagoon Resort at Pacific Harbour, Deuba, on February 28, 2024. Photo: Leon Lord
The Maori chiefly system and their many very successful Maori business ventures beneficial to them is something to behold and be proud of.
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