Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the idea of love as a mighty force for progress underpins their entire approach to politics and governance.
While speaking during his first national address, Rabuka says we say that love relates to those human virtues that help give a nation moral strength, compassion and unity, and through these values, we will reach true nationhood.
He says in an ethnically and culturally diverse country, love is accepting that differences are part of Fiji’s national identity and that we all belong here.
He adds it is about showing malice towards none, forgiving our enemies, and being considerate neighbours and our neighbours are not just the families next door, but they are everywhere.
The Prime Minister says to rule through love is to stand with the poorest of the poor and help them find new hope.
He says love embraces humility and empathy - the ability to share and understand the feelings of others.
Rabuka says the fear that has haunted Fiji since 2006 is now fading, and soon it will be gone, and love will ensure it never returns.
He further says that he is honour bound to serve the people of Fiji with every fibre of his being.
He calls on all Fijians to unite with him and his parliamentary colleagues so we can journey together free and equal, bound by our deep love for Fiji and our desire for happiness and prosperity.
