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Frank Listen to this Advise Your Time has Come and Gone

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:15:23 GMT

By TIM on Solivakasama WM @ solivakasama.net

China will always remain in the “back stage”! Why yes, always ready and willing to exercise a presence with a hidden cost (usually something to do with exploitation of resources – not too unlike the exploitation that occured during the age of Empire well gone). And now UAE come ready to assist with new diplomatic initiatives.

Which of course is code for the more dishonest in both nations scratching each others back – to the extent that each provides the other with a bolt hole for the rip-off merchants to lay up in till the heat wears off. A Doha collapse here, and a Fijian resort collapse there!

Worry not though, as history has proven – its a road to nowhere, and for just those rip-off merchants it usually comes with a sticky end. Far better to just fess up and have the compassinate judge you fairly than to persist and have an entire population seething to the point they will eventually tear you apart. (Personally I think although the passivity of Fijians has tolerated this junta for as long as it has, there is one ruddy great festering boil that will eventually erupt if the tries to persist when failure is actually INEVITABLE – even if only through conditions economic. Yet, if there was a move to truely representative democracy now with elections within a year, Frank could well be perceived as a saviour).

I get the impression the likes of the Shameens are having second thoughts about what they thought was a noble course (i.e. now that both their reputations are shot to pieces and they look like the absolute hypocrites they are).

Whereas the likes of Bubba and Gates still haven’t managed to overcome their egos, all the self aggrandisement or the fact that the benefits of American Express Gold are strictly a short term escapist addiction.

Then there is poor old Frank and Leweni – truly a couple of tragic specimens if ever there were. Not only haven’t they yet realised how some have taken advantage of them, AND that what they thought was well intended and noble, was in fact paternalistic, arrogant, dishonest, deceitful, greedy and pretty much every other negative personal quality there is known to man.

I actually used to feel sorry for their offspring, till I realised they were old enough themselves to understand, and till I realised they were active participants in embouldening Frank on his mission (even if it was only because they stood to gain from all the trappings).

Hey Frank – and your “poor wee” offspring that we supposedly shouldn’t try to involve in your mission – you’ve come a long way from Naenae aye cuz? Really – better to take the opportunities offered – REPEATEDLY offered!.

Prove the little casava patch run wasn’t an exercise in cowardice; face up to all those leeches you have around propping your ego up and egging you on.

Prove to the populace you are genuine (I know that’s an impossibility since you aren’t, but you’ve had no problem pretending so far).

Easiest option really is to go for elections – even if you do have to figure out a face saving means of getting there.

Perhaps a brief “roadmap reform”; a BEBCFF (building an EVEN better council for Fiji); a publicity campaign listing your achievements (doesn’t matter if its a list of lies); then the polls.

Just THINK of how you could be perceived when, in FULL regalia, you are seen to be handing over to a duely elected govenment with the international press capturing the event!

I hope (for his sake) that Gates has been busy during his overseas jaunts organising a retirement that doesn’t involve hanging round in Fiji too.

Really Tony, time to give up on romanticising about your contribution to justice amongst the natives before you end up becoming the bitter old queen you’re fast becoming. Like a few Catholic priests, id you put it all away now and make plans for an exit stage right, you could just escape the wrath that will inevitably befall you.

And there’s actually no amount of Walsh-washing or other crap that is sustainable long term – too much water under the bridge, too many loose ends, too many bad decisions, too many indiscretions, and generally just far too much arrogance – you and a number of others have come to believe your own fucking kaka when all things, when they’re delved into show otherwise!

Political Economic Investment Risk in the Fiji Islands

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 04:46:46 GMT

The Political Risk in the Republic of Fiji under the mismanagement of the military government is real.

As we have witnessed over the past few years since the 2006 coup, changes in government policy, has had an adverse effect on previous, current and potential investor's positions.

There is no Constitution. The Government is illegal and hence all the permits, licenses, leases etc that they issue are all illegal and will be challenged when democracy is restored.

The Economic Risk, Investment Risk, Capital Risk, Currency Risk, Liquidity Risk, Financial Risk and Legal Risks in doing business and investing in the Fiji Islands under the current military regime will be a nightmare.

Lets summarize key facts :

The Republic of Fiji is a Zero Sum Economy http://realfijinews.xanga.com/705135921/fiji-is-a-zero-sum-economy-under-frank-bainimarama/

The Republic of Fiji's Governance Rating by the World Bank is Appalling http://realfijinews.xanga.com/706033115/fiji-governance-indicators-appalling-under-frank-bainimarama/

The Republic of Fiji is a Hybrid of Doom that will Muddle On http://realfijinews.xanga.com/708966356/bainimarama%E2%80%99s-fiji-a-hybrid-of-doom-that-will-muddle-on/

The Reserve Bank of Fiji's Official Financial Position with the International Monetary Fund comprises of seashells from the seashore http://realfijinews.xanga.com/709905961/reserve-bank-of-fiji-financial-position---one-trillion-dollars/

The Republic of Fiji is no longer Paradise it is Bust http://realfijinews.xanga.com/710533478/frank-bainimaramas-fiji-paradise-or-bust/

The World Bank & IFC Doing Business Report 2010 rates the Republic of Fiji in the Toilet http://realfijinews.xanga.com/711997103/tonga-slips-past-fiji-in-world-bank-business-report/

The Republic of Fiji Doing Business Rating in the Pacific is First from the Back http://realfijinews.xanga.com/712231729/fiji-global-business-ranking-first-from-back-under-frank-bainimarama/

The New Zealand Government have warned Investors and Businesses about the risks in the Republic of Fiji under a Military Government http://realfijinews.xanga.com/712298976/new-zealand-tell-fiji-businesses-like-it-is/

The Asian Development Bank have warned of Economic Doom in Fiji http://realfijinews.xanga.com/712807300/economic-doom-in-the-south-pacific---adb/

If you think that this was all a bad joke then read the official press release from Moody's that confirms everything you have read so far, the Government of Fiji is Bankrupt, Full Stop. http://realfijinews.xanga.com/713631737/moodys-fiji-credit-rating-withdrawn-fiji-officially-bankrupt/

Which is why Foreign Direct Investment into the Republic of Fiji has been Zilch http://realfijinews.xanga.com/715039716/foreign-direct-investment-to-fiji--world-bank/

If you fail to heed this warning of the Political and Economic Risks then prepare yourself to pray very hard like those before you that thought Fiji was cheap as chips http://realfijinews.xanga.com/714454705/fiji-hilton-investors-pray-for-lost-funds/

So until 2014 when democratic elections are held and a legitimate government is in place, keep your wallets at home and stay out of Fiji, because Frank Bainimarama's military governments trial and error policies are the only certainty in your uncertainty in mitigating risk.

India to give Sada Reddy Something...Anything?

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:30:00 GMT

United Arab Emirates & Fiji Unite

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 06:30:13 GMT

New York, March 18 (QNA) - The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Republic of Fiji signed last night a joint statement on the establishment of diplomatic relations at the ambassadors level.

The statement was signed for the UAE by its permanent representative to the United Nations Ambassador Ahmad Abdurrahman al-Jarmen, and for Fiji by its permanent representative to the UN Ambassador Peter Thomson.

The statement underlined the two countries keenness to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation in the political, economic, social, humanitarian, cultural and scientific areas, in accordance with the principles and objectives enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and norms of international law, and to respect the principles of equality among nations and national sovereignty.

Source: Qatar News Agency 03-18-10

Prime Minister's Relief and Rehabilitation Fund

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:30:00 GMT

Now the Question I would like to ask my prodical son Frank is WHO will AUDIT the "Prime Minister's Relief and Rehabilitation Fund with Colonial National Bank/BSP, account number 470 6578"?

Or will we end up like the RFMF Regimental Funds and wait another 7 years for your magic act to "disappeared" like our FNPF Funds?

Oh thats right all our public enterprises are on Sale. Me Forgets.

Finally Frank Bainimarama Makes Fiji Proud

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:00:23 GMT

Fellow citizens of Fiji I address you this afternoon regarding the recent events that have come about because of Hurricane Tomas ('Tomas').

Most of Fiji and in particular the densely populated areas were spared the devastating effects of Tomas.

However, our citizens in the northern region, the Lomaiviti and Lau Groups have suffered the brunt of Tomas.

The winds of Tomas reached up to speeds of 130 knots or 240 km per hour. To state the obvious such winds can only cause devastation.

Government's first priority at this stage is to carry out an assessment to determine the full extent of the damage. While carrying out these assessments, emergency supplies including food and water shall be delivered to the affected regions.

The divisional Eastern and Northern Commissioners are spearheading the assessment teams and emergency relief work.

In this respect under the arrangement of FANZ which is the arrangement between France, Australia and New Zealand for assistance to Pacific Island countries, these countries shall be providing emergency relief supplies and assist in carrying out aerial surveys to determine the full extent of the damage.

The New Zealand Air Force aircraft landed in Fiji this morning with the Australian and French airplanes being deployed for assessment flights later today.

In conjunction, 3 Fiji Navy vessels are leaving this evening respectively for the Lomaiviti Group, the Lau Group and for the Northern Region islands, such as Cikobia.

These vessels shall carry emergency relief supplies including food, water, tents and tarpaulins. Assessment teams and Red Cross personnel shall also be on the naval vessels.

On Friday, the Iloilovatu and the Rayawa shall leave respectively for Lau and Lomaiviti groups with more supplies. They will also carry planting material from the Ministry of Agriculture as well as RFMF engineers and public servants who will be deployed to carry out rehabilitation work.

In this respect, apart from providing emergency supplies of food and water, Government shall focus on rehabilitating medical centers and schools that have been damaged.

I want the schools and medical centers operational immediately. In areas where schools and medical centers have been completely damaged or shall require time to rehabilitate the structures, make-shift accommodation shall be provided through large tents.

Apart from the outer islands, relief work and assessment is also being carried out in the affected parts of Vanua Levu, Taveuni, Rabi and Kioa.

The Northern Region and the Lomaiviti and Lau Groups have been declared a Natural Disaster area for the next 30 days. However, wherever within this area the situation becomes normal those zones will be identified and removed from the disaster declared area.

I wish to report that water and electricity is available to almost 100% of those connected to the respective networks. Roads apart from those on the islands are fully accessible.

Those areas within the water and electricity network that have been affected, priority is being given to rehabilitation and restoration of supplies and these works should be completed at the latest by Friday 19 March.

As I have alluded to, the RFMF territorial engineers shall be deployed to commence work on the priority areas of schools, hospitals and medical centers. Other personnel of the RFMF including the Navy shall be deployed to expedite the rehabilitation work.

I wish to thank the governments of Australia, New Zealand and France for their assistance. I understand other countries have shown their willingness to assist in the rehabilitation and relief work, which would be forth coming once detailed assessments have been carried out.

I wish to acknowledge enquires made by various individuals, local and overseas and business houses who wish to contribute to the relief and rehabilitation work. There is the Prime Minister's Relief and Rehabilitation Fund with Colonial National Bank/BSP, account number 470 6578 to which you could deposit funds directly into.

My fellow citizens, this hurricane obviously is not the first we have had and as I have said before we live in the tropics and are vulnerable to more in the future.

We, as a nation have shown that we have the resilience, the strength to bounce back from such adverse, such hard times. I wish to acknowledge the discipline and understanding you have shown in our preparations for the cyclone.

We must always be positive; we must always stick together as Fijians, as common citizens of this wonderful country of ours.

We have been blessed in that our main regions and sectors have not been affected by Tomas. We must take advantage of this situation. We must work harder and increase our productivity to position ourselves better for such situations and for the improvement of our livelihoods.

It is in this respect I have, as announced yesterday, decided that the public holiday set aside for the National Youth celebrations shall now be a working day. The celebrations shall take place at date to be announced in due course.

We must all now go back to our normal lives and contribute to building our nation as a strong one.

Vinaka vakalevu

Source : Relief Web 03-17-10

Cross Conditionality of Donor Finance is Paramount for Fiji

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 03:00:42 GMT

This is the opportune time for donor synergy to include cross conditionality on their "humanitarian" re-engagement to prescribe as a pre-condition to drawdown the restoration in full of the 1997 Constitution of the Democratic Republic of the Fiji Islands, which as a consequence would entail the freeing of the media, the respect for human rights and the rule of law established therein, but most importantly the mandatory undertaking by the military led government for the immediate return to parliamentary democracy by complying with the decision of the Fiji Court of Appeal, to appoint a civilian interim government, to register voters, establish an electoral role, and issue a writ of elections to conduct a free and transparent general elections in 2010.

This is the Final Solution.

World Bank to Solve All Frank Bainimarama's Problems

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:30:00 GMT

Yep this is the opportunity of a lifetime for the military regime and its all going down well, its what you call saved by the bell. Although we are still watching what Sada is doing with our FNPF at RBF, this is the moment that Bainimarama will rob Peter to pay Paul and all the peoples will call him Allah.

In case you've forgotten about the EC, they will be funding the 2014 roadmap and everyone else will come to Franks table, its better this way to re-engage due to "humanitarian" considerations to save face and mend them bridges.

Well the Musical Chairs by the International Community has finally come to an end, as you will all read the various bilateral agreements when they get published which are being drafted as we do this speechee.

Frank the Sona Vuchi

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 01:07:43 GMT

All over the World when acts of God occur, Real Leaders assure their peoples that THEIR GOVERNMENT will stand by them, that THEIR GOVERNMENT will do everything in its capacity to ensure that those left helpless need not fear and that THEIR GOVERNMENT have planned and have basic provisions for those in need ie, shelter, food, water, and clothing.

This is NOT the case in our country, Frank did not make one positive reassuring public statement prior to, during or after this act of God, he did the exact opposite.

ANZUS TREATY TO SECURITIZE SOUTH PACIFIC

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:22:58 GMT

THE trilateral Anzus Treaty binding Australia, New Zealand and the United States in a military alliance is all but dead - and has been since the mid-1980s. But a new initiative seems set to recast relations.

Anzus dates from 1952 and is an outcome of the common interests and close cooperation among the three countries in World War II. It was originally focused on forging a united response to any attacks in the Pacific region, but appears to have evolved later to cover global threats.

Washington suspended its treaty obligations to New Zealand in 1986 after Wellington denied port access to nuclear- armed or nuclear-powered US naval vessels. Military relations have since been conducted on a bilateral basis: Australia and the US maintain firm ties, and a similarly strong relationship separately bonds Australia and New Zealand.

The severing of security links between Washington and Wellington was absolute but for one exception: joint signals intelligence activity under a programme known as Echelon that involves Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Britain and the US. New Zealand's contribution is thought to centre on the Government Communications Security Bureau's satellite communications interception station at Waihopai and radio communications interception station at Tangimoana.

The US characterised New Zealand as 'a friend but not an ally' from 1986 onward. Tensions began to dissipate after the Sept 11 terrorist attacks on the US. Wellington deployed special forces and naval vessels in support of the US-led Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and was also involved in Iraq's reconstruction.

'It's now a more substantive relationship (with the US) than it was,' New Zealand Defence Minister Wayne Mapp told The Straits Times. And it looks to strengthen further.

US President Barack Obama has, since coming to office, quietly ordered a review of Washington's policy towards New Zealand, with a result expected this month or early next year. The US State Department declined to discuss the issue. But Dr Mapp, who had a meeting just a few days earlier with US Defence Secretary Robert Gates on the sidelines of a security conference in Halifax, provided some clues.

'We're looking forward to the outcome of the review, which we understand will lead to improvements in the (military) relationship - particularly around training. What doesn't occur at the moment is unit and sub-unit training,' he said.

'Both countries realise that events that caused us to split somewhat occurred 25 years ago. The world has moved on, and I think we've moved beyond Anzus. No one is really suggesting a restoration of the Anzus alliance in the sense of that formal document. It's really a more contemporary relationship (we're looking at).'

New Zealand went through a similar rough patch with France, the other major power with a permanent presence in the South Pacific, and bilateral relations have been going through a similar rapprochement.

The spat with Paris also dates from the mid-1980s and was also tied to nuclear issues. It centred on the sinking in Auckland harbour of the Rainbow Warrior by agents of the French external intelligence agency, with the loss of one life. A flagship of the Greenpeace environmental group, the Rainbow Warrior was at that time preparing to disrupt a French nuclear test at Moruroa atoll.

'The re-engagement with France started about five to seven years ago, and certainly for me and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, it's a productive outcome. We saw that with the (September Samoan) tsunami, actually,' said Dr Mapp.

The French armed forces deployed aircraft from New Caledonia and French Polynesia in support of relief operations, together with naval assets.

'We are starting to engage with France a lot more around their regional security capability, particularly in humanitarian relief, patrols and surveillance,' said Dr Mapp.

France, like the US, looks placed to retain a reasonably substantial military and political presence in the South Pacific for some time to come. This points to the need for Wellington to reach an accommodation with each of the countries under separate processes that have been gathering steam.

ST per Robert Karniol 12-07-09