The People's Alliance is confident it has the numbers to support the proposed constitutional changes, although it is continuing to engage with Members of Parliament ahead of the vote expected on Friday.
Deputy Prime Minister and People's Alliance senior member Manoa Kamikamica says the party remains optimistic that more MPs can be convinced to support the changes before the vote.
Kamikamica acknowledges there are concerns about the timing of the process and whether it is being rushed, but he says the opportunity is there to make significant changes to the Constitution.
He says political positions can change quickly, so the party will continue monitoring the situation and talking to MPs.
Kamikamica made these comments after the People's Alliance held its fourth Annual General Meeting at the Novotel Convention Centre, where he says more than 1,000 people attended.
He says the strong turnout was encouraging for a party that is still relatively young and showed that there is considerable support for the organisation.
Kamikamica says the AGM was an opportunity to bring members together, review the party's organisation and begin preparing for major events ahead, including the constitutional referendum and the 2027 General Election.
He says the party is currently mobilising its members to educate supporters and potential voters about what the proposed constitutional changes could mean if the referendum is successful.
Looking ahead to the general election, Kamikamica says the People's Alliance wants to win as many seats as possible in its own right and is focused on securing an outright victory.
However, he says the party may consider working with other political partners depending on the election results, as it has done during the current term of government.
He describes the past four years in coalition government as a valuable experience.
Kamikamica says the government has delivered on several commitments, but there is still a significant amount of work to be done.
He says the party wants to do more to communicate its achievements and plans to the people of Fiji, adding that it has sometimes been too humble in promoting the work it has done.
On candidates for the next election, Kamikamica says the party is looking for exceptional citizens who are willing to serve and work for the country.
However, he says no announcements can be made until Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka makes the official announcement on who will stand for the party.
Kamikamica also thanked the organisers and supporters who attended the AGM, including those who travelled from different parts of Fiji and overseas.
He says the party has major tasks ahead and looks forward to continuing to work with its supporters as it prepares for the referendum and next year's general election.
