Govt calls for expression of interest to join dialogue forum
These are the sentiments of Prime Minister's Office Permanent Secretary, Lieutenant Colonel Pio Tikoduadua as the government calls for expressions of interest by individuals or representatives of groups, to take part in a National Dialogue Forum on Fiji's future.
He said this is in preparation for a consultative constitutional forum to start in September 2012.
However, Tikoduadua said there are conditions set that one must consider before joining to ensure true, meaningful and genuine dialogue.
When asked whether past politicians could also participate, Tikoduadua had this to say.
Tikoduadua said the chairperson will be an independent person who is not a member of Government or of any political party in Fiji.
The deadline for expressions of interest is Christmas Eve this year while the National Dialogue Forum is proposed to convene by 1st February next year.
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