SIMPSON @8 with Biman Prasad (2022 Election EP 3)

[@willy7818]

Stanley give Biman a chance to speak instead of trying to interrupt him while he is trying to explain himself.

[@wilsonsolomone4073]

@Willy, exactly not sure why his in that position..he should know when to come in esp with interviews

[@sashakumar6507]

I was in nadi hospital .one of the worst hospital I ever seen broken toilet .no shower.beds not disinfectant. No bed sheet towel s no oxygen. Roaches running around no cardiac machines.people dying like hot potatoes .people go to resorts but never seen these hospital and clinics

[@chislom4031]

We have same style of crappy politics and politicians

[@aksfilmsusa]

Ever since Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum won the support of Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama by helping him to win elections allegedly with the help of Pakistan, he has embarked on an ambitious Islamization drive. Because the Muslim population in Fiji is small, he has carefully chosen a path where key positions in the government have been stuffed with Muslims without assuming outright power. Even Pakistani-origin professionals have been called in to help in that effort. A case in point is Saud A Minam, a former citizen of Pakistan who was vying to be the CEO of Fiji National Provident Fund. Presently the CEO of Fiji Development Bank, his Fijian citizenship remains quite controversial. It is said that rules were flouted to ensure that he gets the early citizenship of Fiji [3,5].

[@nikao878]

Am grateful for our New Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad 🙏🏾

[@bethells86]

He makes good points However needs to commend Bai.. for bringing stability when things were going downhill. Bai needed to run the country with iron fist to fix many problems, you have to acknowledge that. Because of Bai's rule, many people returned to Fiji, and invested in a Big way, I know many personally who did this. Also he keeps accusing Bai for being dictator... well maybe some countries need this for a few terms to fix issues, too much democracy does not work for some countries. But anyway, they have won now, time will tell if they can do things that matter, such as better cleaner hospitals, cost of living, etc.

[@aksfilmsusa]

While a MOU between the Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Fijian Chamber of Commerce, resulting in the formation of the Pakistan Fiji Business Council may appear business as usual, but when we couple it with the fact that the help of NADRA, a Pakistani company, with questionable past connected to terrorism, was asked to manage Fiji’s 2018 election system, a new paradigm and pattern emerges. Understanding the fact that Pakistan itself is on the verge of bankruptcy, the context sees something more than what meets the eye [6-9]. The literal stuffing of Muslims in key positions of power, vis a vis the systematic takedown of Hindu intellectuals, forces the Hindus to see a clear communal aspect to the entire development. This runs contrary to what Prime Minister Bainimarama has said in his response to the HinduPost article, where he says that “Fijians irrespective of religion, work together to build the country”. As one looks at the appointments in key positions, one is aghast to see an outsized Muslim presence, despite forming only 5% of the population. While all these could have easily been seen as hard-working professionals making their way up in this multi-religious, multi-ethnic nation, the connections with Pakistan, questionable appointment of Pakistani nationals and alleged subversion of law to fast track citizenships raises doubts and concern. Following are some of the key appointments made by Khaiyum as AG 1. Reserve Bank Governor [10]: - Faizul Ariff Ali. He holds numerous other board positions. 2. Fiji Financial Intelligence Unit [11]: - Razim Buksh 3. CEO of Fiji Accident and Compensation Commission [12]: Parvez Akbar 4. Fiji Broadcasting Commission [13]: - Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum - holds other various board appointments. He was the Chairman of Air Terminal Services (ATS) whereby he charged $5000 per day whilst workers were protesting during the strike in early 2018. 5. Lead Consultant and Accountant on any Foreign Investment in Fiji, aunt of Khaiyum [14]: - Nur Bano Ali. There are allegations of corruption against her. For example, she was awarded a contract of $500,000, without any tender process, by her nephew Khaiyum, for the restructure of Rewa Dairy. When the Office of the Auditor-General highlighted this in their report, Nur Bano Ali cried defamation but she lost the case. She also allegedly supported the misdemeanors of male bosses against their female employees. In addition, Nur Bano holds the position of Chairperson of Fiji National University (FNU) Council and the Chairperson of Women in Business (Fiji) and also controls the Fiji Chamber of Commerce. Nur Bano allegedly also wields and misuses her tremendous influence and authority in the Fijian private sector. 6. CEO of Pacific Fishing Company [15-16]: - Saiyad Raiyum

[@aksfilmsusa]

16. Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) Board Member - Mukhtar Ali. He’s a cousin of Khaiyum who resides in the United States of America. Imagine sidelining the locals, and appointing his cousin who lives overseas. 17. Mahmood Khan - Khaiyum’s uncle who used to reside in New Zealand holds the positions of University of the South Pacific’s Council Member, Board Member of Fiji Revenue and Customs Services (FRCS) and Board Member of Fiji National Provident Fund. This is a case of blatant conflict of interest. This is the same Mahmood Khan who was instrumental in trying to get rid of USP Vice Chancellor Prof. Pal Ahluwalia by campaigning against him. The Islamization of Fiji is continuing unabated. On one hand, the immigration from Pakistan, and on the other hand the official patronage being provided to Muslims and Islamic institutions. While attendance of politicians in any religious festival is a way to connect, the costumes of the people attending these events resembles a culture alien to Fiji [25-29]. On the other hand, when we consider the takedown and humiliation of Hindu intellectuals - selectively targeted, slammed with false cases, it will disturb any objective observer. It shows a sinister plot to disrepute the Hindu community. This is a ploy often implemented in many Islamist nations where Hindus have been hounded and marginalized, and left leaderless and disorganized. Pakistan is notorious for its Islamofascist state and society, where all minorities like Hindu, Christian, Sikh, Ahmadi, Shia are systematically persecuted. Is this the type of country that Fiji should be looking to engage and import people from? Even Diwali day, the most important festival for Hindus, is being targeted and cases emerge where Hindu intellectuals had to stop their Diwali puja midway to comply with the government diktats. Take for example, NFP leader Professor Biman Prasad. He was slammed with a false, fabricated, malicious case. The CID wanted to interview him on Wednesday. He requested a postponement by one day, saying that he be allowed to complete his Diwali prayers. The CID arrived in the morning, while he was doing his Diwali puja at home. He had to stop his puja and rush to the NFP headquarters where the CID was waiting [30]. Another Hindu intellectual who was dismissed on a Diwali day is Sharvada Sharma. In his capacity as the Solicitor-General for 10 years, he loyally served Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum. When Khaiyum lost the initial court case that he brought against former SODELPA MP Niko Nawaikula, he blamed it on Sharvada. Critics believe that Khaiyum then made the following plan: First he used PM Bainimarama to demand Sharvada should resign. Sharvada refused to resign and resisted the bullying attempt. Next Khaiyum used Elections Supervisor Mohammed Saneem to lodge a complaint against Sharvada which got him dismissed. With links to Pakistan, people in Fiji see this as a case of the Islamist brotherhood ganging up against a Hindu. Sharvada was given the dismissal letter on Diwali day in 2021 last year when he was about to do his main pooja in the evening. Sharvada felt deeply humiliated being given the dismissal letter by Khaiyum’s men when he was about to do Diwali Pooja. Although Sharvada has filed a court case, the judiciary is seen as dragging the case continuously, which is against the 2013 constitution. Under the 2013 constitution, only the Chief Justice and President can dismiss the Solicitor-General but in this case Khaiyum and Saneem got rid of a top devout Hindu like Sharvada. This points to how judiciary and justice system have all been weakened by Khaiyum and his cabal. [31-33]. Another example is Parmesh Chand. He was one of the best Permanent Secretaries in the Bainimarama Government. He also served as a PS in the late Laisenia Qarase’s government. As Permanent Secretary for the Public Service Commission (PSC), he worked under Bainimarama who was the Minister for Public Service Commission. Since Bainimarama knew nothing about the ministry, Parmesh handled the responsibilities of PSC and his ministry very diligently. He also regularly appeared on TV and in the media on issues relating to public service. This was before the 2014 elections. After the 2014 elections, Khaiyum became the Minister for Public Service Commission. Subsequently, Parmesh Chand’s appearance in media and TV began to decline. Reliable sources confirm that Khaiyum continuously interfered with Parmesh Chand when he was only doing his duty. Khaiyum wanted all control under him and wanted Parmesh to do what he was told to do. Khaiyum also saw Parmesh as a threat because Bainimarama used to like Parmesh’s work. It is alleged that Khaiyum then began to scheme against Parmesh by badmouthing him to Bainimarama. In 2015, media reports said that Parmesh had left the government but in reality, Parmesh was forced to resign by Khaiyum. Parmesh could not survive even one year under Khaiyum’s ministry. A top PS, and a Hindu, like Parmesh was forced out by Khaiyum because he was seen as a threat since he knew lots about public service and reforms. After Parmesh was gone, Khaiyum turned PSC into the Ministry of Civil Service and later destroyed the independence of the organization. Analysts says that the Civil service ministry now only does what Khaiyum orders them to do when previously it was an independent body [34]. Dr. Neil Sharma diligently served as one of the top Health Ministers in the Bainimarama Government from 2009-2014. After winning his seat in the 2014 elections, Dr. Sharma was not included in the cabinet by Khaiyum. Sources claim that Khaiyum was influenced by top FijiFirst donors not to give the health portfolio again to Dr. Sharma because he was strict when it came to food production and its quality. In 2015, NFP Leader Dr. Biman Prasad brought a motion to Parliament whereby he called for an increase in health budget to address the rising Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) cases in the country. It was a very good motion and as former Health Minister, Dr. Sharma knew its importance and so voted in favour of the NFP motion. Then Leader of the House, Pio Tikoduadua (now NFP President) sorted this issue out with Bainimarama and all was okay since Dr. Sharma was asked to vote along party lines next time. But Khaiyum got angry and wanted Dr. Sharma out. Bainimarama had no option but to listen to Khaiyum and on his demand, forced Dr. Sharma to resign. Feeling humiliated at his intervention being ignored, Pio Tikoduadua also resigned. Hence, it is believed that because of Khaiyum’s arrogance, FijiFirst lost two good and capable people like Tikoduadua and Dr. Sharma. [35]. There have also been severe allegations of institutionalized corruption under Khaiyum. For example, buying of Aircrafts by Fiji Airways was mired in controversy with the formation of a Shell company Waqavuka Financing Limited. It was meant to facilitate the purchase of three aircrafts, but the details have been murky. Dr. Biman Prasad of NFP has asked for details of the shell company, transactions involved and has questioned the acquisition process [36]. Another questionable transaction is the sale of 44 % of Energy Fiji Limited to a consortium, Sevens Pacific Pte. Limited. The earnings of the sale, which should easily have been more than USD 200 million, was never transparent, raising the specter of massive corruption [37]. Even the acquisition of 75% of Grand Pacific Hotel by Fiji National Provident Fund from Papua New Guinea partners - National Superannuation Fund and CGA Properties Limited - in November 2018, also was not free of controversy [38]. Another disturbing fact is the attempt by Khaiyum to sever the umbilical cord of Fijian Hindus with Bharat (India). While every Hindu reveres the place they work as Karmabhoomi (land where they work and which sustains them) and does everything possible to make the nation strong, Bharat remains a Punyabhoomi (sacred land, spiritual home) for all Hindus. Efforts are on to remove pure Hindi from Fiji and replace it with locally spoken Hindi. This is being done through the Fiji National Radio such as Radio Mirchi under Fijian Broadcasting Corporation with the backing of Khaiyum brothers, namely Aiyaz and Riyaz. The goal here is to carve out a separate identity for the Hindus of Fiji and make them vulnerable and disorganized so that they are cut off from the global Hindu population [39-43]. Under the prevailing situation, as Fiji goes to the polls, for the betterment of Fiji, a corruption free government which is free of bias is one that is for the good of all Fijians. Voters can decide what kind of leadership can provide such ideal governance, something that Hindus refer to as ‘Ram Rajya’.

[@fijianz1]

Fiji first has brought Fiji far based on equality, change is a need and Rabuka and Biman have a chance to put their money where their mouth is... So Biman and Rabuka are saying that Fiji First has made no progress to date ? You know every nation has suffered under covid and Governments Borrow money to invest in Infrastructure. What about social welfare payments and free education and healthcare etc. Surely you have to acknowledge those gains ? Now I wait to see how you and others in the new government can take this country even further for the betterment of the nation. Democracy at work ultimately is healthy for the nation and it keeps people accountable..Goodluck !!

[@mohylco3506]

Thank you Biman.It seems like he's been interviewed by FBC tv.People need change

[@saimonicabealawa4225]

Stanley, teach yourself to listen during interviews and stop interrupting.

[@jerrykumar226]

He should have said the same things in Parliament

[@shiunaresh1141]

We have to forget Mr Rubukas past the 35 years ago current PM was army General never never resisted Chudarys government nor made inquiries who supply gun to George Speigh he looks after Aiyaz Sayed Khaiyam ,Mr Frank does not look after Indo Fijian we look after Frank by paying tex,Frank wake up Rishi Sunak of Indian back ground is PM of UK

[@munnowahidali2534]

How quick u threw yr towel.Remember our GRANDS WHAT WAS OVER GROWTH N INTO A THRIVING HIVE.. Seems you selfish one flown down withe tide.what Sincere apologies paid those that faced with the 1987. He Rabuka still keep fresh issue e.g George,s action.U stinking hide you will get the prize as their earthly protector.Results u will not Tell anyone.r Hear Rabuka's speech of Ba ...garlding.Your thoughts are tresh.U will be on the BiliBili toDreketiniwai. Shortly.

[@shiunaresh1141]

@@munnowahidali2534I have my views no government stays in power for every Aiyaz Sayed Khaiyam should challenge Frank and be PM and see my personal Rishi Sunak is the PM of UK.

[@shiunaresh1141]

@@munnowahidali2534 People like i have no time to waste.

[@shiunaresh1141]

@@munnowahidali2534 Aiyaz Sayed Khaiyam and the team did not allow Pro Brig Lal ash to rest in Fiji how they can treat gimityas son not to rest in his home town I like to see Khaiyam gone soon.

[@aksfilmsusa]

The Islamization of key positions and the repeated humiliation of Hindu intellectuals in Fiji flies in the face of PM Bainimarama’s defense

[@torikavuniyayawa4634]

I laugh when he counter Bai's personnel attack on him running away during instability which Bai forgets that his defacto pm ran away on 1987 coup. 😂😂😂😆😅

[@toaataahua5587]

Let the man speak! stop interrupting 🤦‍♂

[@jagdishmishra4608]

Stanley asks very good questions. Biman is truly the OG of logical responses. But stan if you won't let your guests speak openly without interruptions , what's the point o having em.

[@aukele9256]

He knows Rabuka has a better chance of winning so the switch from SODELPA was inevitable

[@azadmohammed6469]

Good job

[@shiunaresh1141]

I am very happy the Muslim government is out lots of new Majeet being built all over Fiji, where is fund come from?.

[@vavetongasalesistevenson9896]

Naresh you have got no brains, please do not mention religion words,we are all children of God 🙏, you wait and see, what will follow, you don't know the house Fire, people left their homes leaving in bush for safety, Karma Will take care of the

[@sohailkasim938]

Think before you speak. Lucky you didn’t say that to my face😡

[@nileshrichardjaduram9304]

Stan, might be an idea to interview the ship jumpers bulitavo, ridi, draunidalo, Singh, and others that move parties like changing clothes.

[@munnowahidali2534]

Y interview them interview those called culprit s,traitors and on with feeble Sheep skin fur coats seems u are on their BILIBILI TOO.

[@nileshrichardjaduram9304]

@@munnowahidali2534 yes bosso.. what ever you say.. I agree.. he should interview Kai and Bai also.. you are correct for 10 points

[@wilsonsolomone4073]

Pls change interviewer so much interruptions,hello hello

[@bubu345]

Now Frank and khaiyum ousted as predicted

[@performanceplus5987]

Oilei Producer's get a professional not a clown! When you are at this platform we expect interviewers be neutral, to shut up and listen. Stop sugar coating and trying to be both the interviewer and interviwee Stan. Kas kabre!

[@rupenidobui5543]

Simpson thinks he knows everything!

[@ravireddy5404]

Why is it that rabuka become pm and you become deputy. Is that not racist enough.....a snake is always a snake..

[@slimshady6688]

...biman goated

[@Rishal_Naidu]

baimaan

[@lovelyme2634]

Conman....