FJI Fiji 78th most visited country the Republic of the Fiji Islands; Fiji; Viti Principal islands: Vanua Levu, Viti Levu; includes Rotuma Island |  |  |
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About Fiji
Fiji became independent in 1970, after nearly a century as a British colony. Democratic rule was interrupted by two military coups in 1987, caused by concern over a government perceived as dominated by the Indian community (descendants of contract laborers brought to the islands by the British in the 19th century). A 1990 constitution favored native Melanesian control of Fiji, but led to heavy Indian emigration; the population loss resulted in economic difficulties, but ensured that Melanesians became the majority. Amendments enacted in 1997 made the constitution more equitable. Free and peaceful elections in 1999 resulted in a government led by an Indo-Fijian, but a coup in May of 2000 ushered in a prolonged period of political turmoil. Parliamentary elections held in August 2001 provided Fiji with a democratically elected government and gave a mandate to the government of Prime Minister Laisenia QARASE.
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2008 Globe Fiji Pro hits Huntington Beach Surf Theatre - Global Surf News 1 hour 44 min agoUS artist praises Fiji culture - Fiji Daily Post 3 hours 3 min agoFiji U20 To Oceania Will Perform - Fijivillage 3 hours 19 min agoFiji Can Be Top Pacific Team: Latu - Fijivillage 3 hours 24 min agoBig guns give Kenya a miss - Daily Nation 4 hours 34 min agoMore News | Feed source: Google News