Short introduction to 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. New elections are scheduled for August 2001.

Source: World Factbook

  1. Nadi
  2. Lautoka
  3. Navunikambi
  4. Sigatoka
  5. Namatakula

  6. Malolo Island
  7. Fiji
  8. Levuka
  9. Mana Island
10. Yasawa

11. Suva
12. Savusavu
13. Korovou
14. Nandi
15. Kuata Island

16. Nanuya Lailai
17. Saweni Beach
18. Robinson Crusoe Island
19. Naviti Island
20. Labasa

  1. Nadi
  2. Suva
  3. Lautoka
  4. Waya
  5. Mana Island

  6. Fiji
  7. Malolo Island
  8. Labasa
  9. Sigatoka
10. Savusavu

11. Kuata Island
12. Korovou Island
13. Mamanutha Islands
14. Suva City
15. Navunikambi

16. Nakavika
17. Naviti Island
18. Viti Levu
19. Yasawa
20. Namatakula

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