Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama has highlighted that the 1st of January marks the start of the next chapter of our history.

In his new year’s message Bainimarama adds that the next chapter is waiting to be written and will take every member of the Fijian family to fill it’s pages with even greater Fijian achievements.

He has also stressed that only together, only as a united nation can people make 2019 another year of historic proportions. 

Bainimarama in his message also highlighted some of Fiji’s achievements in 2018.

Bainimarama adds that all this progress has continued to realize the grand vision of what Fijians can achieve.

The Prime Minister has also stressed that every victory we celebrate is another step forward in the steady and unrelenting march that is transforming Fiji into the confident, dynamic and respected nation we have always been destined to become.

He also acknowledged people for exercising their right to vote in the 2018 general elections.

Bainimarama has reassured people that no matter who they voted for he will give the people every once of effort and commitment as Fiji’s Prime Minister.

He has also acknowledged all those around the world for their high words of praise for Fiji's leadership in the fight against climate change adding that it is getting worse every year.

Bainimarama also reassured everyone that Fiji will remain on the frontlines of this global campaign as this is the level of commitment we owe our future generations.

The Prime Minister adds that he stands ready to work for the people and work with people to take our nation forward. 

Bainimarama has wished all Fijians a blessed and safe and happy new year.