An Indian national, Anil Kumar who is charged with conspiracy to defraud‑influencing a public official will be sentenced on the 26th of this month.
Kumar pleaded guilty to the charge and has been further remanded in custody.
Meanwhile, Asaf Ali who is also charged with conspiracy to defraud‑influencing a public official has pleaded not guilty to the charge.
Anil Kumar and Asaf Ali allegedly conspired together with the intention of dishonestly influencing Fiji Immigration Officers in the exercise of their duties in the issuance of a passport.
Ali will appear in court again on the 17th of November.
His bail has been extended.
