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Fiji interim regime says no delay for 2014 elections, Solomon Star (2010)

Fiji's interim Prime Minister Commodore Bainimarama has made a commitment in his address to the traditional leaders in Kadavu that there will be no delays in the elections scheduled for 2014. He also added a warning however, that the military will ensure that the elected government stays on the same track.

Petition calls for Fiji election this year, Radio New Zealand News (2010)

The leaders of the Fiji Labour, SDL and National Federation parties submitted a list of their members to be included in the petition for the Election in this year.

Fiji regime wants elections without politicians, Radio NZ International (2010)

The interim Prime Minister has told the Fijivillage website that politicians will not be allowed to contest the elections because they have done a lot of damage to the country since 1987, which cast another doubt over the chance for a return to democratic rule.

EU extends Fiji sanctions by six months in push for return to democracy, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

The European Union has decided to extend its sanctions against Fiji by six months until October to put pressure on the military regime in Suva to return to democracy and respect human rights.

Fiji regime reaffirms commitment to 2014 election, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

The interim Fiji regime has hit back at comments by the Samoa Prime Minister that he doubted the country would hold elections by 2014.

Fiji's ousted opposition leader challenges regime to stand in 2014 elections, Radio New Zealand (2010)

Fiji's interim Prime Minister announced that for the elections in 2014, a new generation of politicians is needed. The opposition leader, expelled by the regime, declared that he will be running in the elections.

Fiji leader claims support to put off 2014 elections, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

The leader of the Fiji military regime, Commodore Frank Bainimarama, claimed that the people of Fiji are satisfied and pleased with the regime's rule. Accord the Commodore, there is no need to hold elections in 2014.

Fijian fear of election delay, Australia Network News (2010)

This article reports on the fear of the Fijian Labour Party about a possible delay in the 2014 elections. Last week, Commodore Frank Bainimarama, the interim Prime Minister, stated that Fijian people do not want elections so early.

Fiji Labour Party challenges Bainimarama rule, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

The Fiji Labour Party is calling for a national referendum to accept (or reject) the Prime Minister's proposal to postpone the 2014 elections. The interim PM, Commodore Frank Bainimarama, declared that people in the Fiji are satisfied and happy with the regime's work and that elections are not necessary.

Dismissing calls for status quo, Fiji leader firm on 2014 election date, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

Commodore Frank Bainimarama reaffirmed that the 2014 elections in Fiji will be held as planned. With this official statement, the interim Prime Minister responded to the opposition party's fear of a possible delay in the election date.

Former Fiji Prime Minister concerned elections may be delayed, Radio Australia (2010)

This article presents an interview to former Fiji Prime Minister, Mahendra Chaudhry. Mr Chaudhry is the leader of the Fijian Labour Party and is now expressing his fears about Commodore Bainimarama's claims to postpone the 2014 elections.

Chaudhry calls on Fiji's leader to hold referendum, Australia Network News (2010)

This article reports on the former Fijian Prime Minister's calls to hold a referendum. Mahendra Chaudhry criticized the interim Prime Ministers statement about a possible postponement of the 2014 elections in the Fiji.

Bainimarama rules out standing in 2014 Fiji polls, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article presents the Fijian interim Prime Minister's declaration that he is not going to run for the 2014 elections. He also states that the military should not be running the government.

Fiji leader threatens to delay 2014 elections, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article comments the announcement of Fiji's interim Prime Minister about a possible delay in the 2014 elections. Commodore Frank Bainimarama stated that the country is not ready for elections, as Australia and New Zealand constantly interfere with its domestic policies. Early this week, Mr Bainimarama expelled Australia's High Commissioner to Fiji on the same grounds.

Australia calls Fiji regime threat of abandoning 2014 elections a ruse, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article comments the reaction of the Australian Foreign Minister to the announcement of a possible delay in the 2014 elections in Fiji. As a matter of fact, early this week the interim Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama declared that the 2014 elections could be delayed.

East Timor calls for dialogue with Fiji, The Sydney Morning Herald (2010)

This article discusses the decision of the East Timor's Foreign Minister to hold talks with the Fijian regime about the return to democratic elections. The Minister, Zacarias Albano da Costa, believes that the international community should engage Fiji into dialogue and negotiation, to discuss the regime's decision to postpone the 2014 elections.

Pacific leaders support Fiji election plans, TVNZ (2010)

This article reports on the Pacific regional summit's decision to support Fiji's plans for the 2014 elections. The regional summit was held in Fiji, but only 10 leaders out of 16 attended. Fiji's self-appointed Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama threatened to postpone the elections because of new tensions with Australia and New Zealand. Fiji was expelled from the Pacific Forum.

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Fiji: PM was offered 500M euros to shift elections, Fijivillage (2010)

Prime Minister, Commodore Bainimarama, revealed to The Australian that he was offered money to change the election schedule and hold elections within months. The Prime Minister was offended by this offer, and stated that nothing will change the schedule for the 2014 elections.

Fiji NGO says any political dialogue on electoral reforms must be inclusive, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the Fiji’s Citizens’ Constitutional Forum's belief that if the government resumes an inclusive political dialogue on electoral reform will be a sign of its commitment to the 2014 elections.

PM warns on possibility of another coup if next election is rushed, Fijivillage (2010)

This article reports on Prime Minister Commodore Bainimarama's statement on the country's delicate future. Fijian PM declared that if elections are rushed, Fiji will go back to extremist politicians that would divide the nation.

Marshalls endorses Fiji regime’s election agenda, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the statements of the foreign minister of Marshall Islands regarding the electoral calendar presented by the Fiji regime. The minister, John Silk, stated that Fiji should decide by itself what is good for it and hold elections a planned in 2014. The Fijian regime is in power since 2006, when the elected government was overthrown.

Fiji interim regime says pre-election work on track,Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the preparations for the 2014 elections in Fiji. The interim government announced that social and economic development projects are on track, and they will be done by 2014. The government also announced its decision to change the electoral law and its intention of adopting the open list system.

US seeks to lock in 2014 Fiji election date, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

The United States has said that it wanted to ensure that Fiji's interim government would keep its commitment to hold elections by 2014.

US seeks to lock in 2014 Fiji election date, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the United States' decision to make sure that the Fijian interim government will keep its commitment to hold elections by 2014. The United States expressed its intentions to restore relations, but wants more guarantees from the Fijian government.

Fiji interim PM says 2014 election on track, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the statements by the Fiji's interim Prime Minister about the elections in 2014. The Prime Minister Commodore Frank Bainimaramama stated that the preparations for the elections are going smoothly. The regime established the calendar for the upcoming political reforms, including the drafting of a new constitution by 2013.

Consultations begin on national identification card in Fiji, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the consultations on the creation of national identification cards in Fiji. National Security and Immigration, Jale Fotofili, stated that these ID cards will expedite the elections to within a day.

Australia’s leader doubts Fiji’s commitment to 2014 poll, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on Julia Gillard's statement regarding the 2014 elections in Fiji. The Australian Prime Minister stated that Canberra remains very skeptical of Fiji's promise to hold elections in 2014, and that Australia and other nations will work together to guarantee that the poll is held.

Fiji will have elections by September 2014-Fiji govt, FijiVillage (2011)

The article touches on tensions between Australia and the island of Fiji regarding upcoming elections. The position of the government of Fiji, the article reports, is that elections will go on as planned regardless of Australian actions interpreted as attempts to block them.