The Australian High Commission has said that the threat made against the High commissioner James Batley last night appears to be politically motivated by a person or persons who object to the Australian government's current policy on Fiji.

In a statement this afternoon, the High Commission stressed that it would not be intimidated by such threats and the commission has made appropriate security arrangements in response to the threat and it will remain open for business.

And FijiVillage received confirmation that the Australian High Commissioner has sought a meeting with Interim Defense Minister Ratu Epeli Ganilau this afternoon to discuss the matter.

When contacted in the last hour, Ratu Epeli Ganilau said he would look into the details of the threat after speaking to Batley. He said after assessing the information from the investigators a statement will be released.

Earlier today Police Media Liaison officer Atunaisa Sokomuri confirmed that the threat against the Australian High Commissioner was contained in a letter delivered by a taxi driver at around 8.10pm.

Officers from the Police Special Branch were at the High Commission last night providing security to the High Commissioner and the staff of the High Commission. Police are also doing constant patrolling around the High Commission today.

Meanwhile, the commission said it was thankful to the Fiji Police for the speedy response and for the reassurances it has received from senior government officials.