Laisenia Qarase

“I am still the legal prime minister. This is an illegal takeover.”

“The military has been saying it would do this for a long time, so we did have an indication.”

“The blueprint is a legitimate affirmative action program for the indigenous Fijians and Rotumans.”

“I call on the people of Fiji to remain calm and I urge them to uphold the rule of law.”

“We have got to create an environment of peace and stability in Fiji so that the economy can grow.”

“The events of May 19, 2000 must never be repeated.”