US President sends message to people of Fiji

US President, Barack Obama has sent his message to people of Fiji that the American people continue to support Fijians in their quest to draft a new constitution and return to democracy.

In his National Day message to all Fijians, President Obama said that he is confident that the close relationship between the US and Fiji will strengthen as the people of Fiji work to build a more free and prosperous future.

President Obama has said that we share a mutual commitment to peace, freedom, the rule of law, democratic principles and respect among nations.

He said the close ties between Fijians and Americans are a product of our shared commitment to these core values.

In his letter, President Obama said that he extends his sincere congratulations to the people of the Republic of Fiji and the commemoration of Fiji's 42nd anniversary of independence.

Story by: Vijay Narayan