I wish everyone a peaceful and happy holiday as our Fijian Muslim sisters and brothers join millions around the world today to celebrate the birth and life of the Prophet Muhammad. This occasion presents a moment to reflect on the life of the Prophet Muhammad, one of history’s greatest thinkers, and on the virtues that he extolled: Respect, Peace, Unity, Justice, Charity, and Compassion. These values encompass a moral code that resonates within the Islamic faith and far beyond; guiding people of all cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds who have sought peace and progress over thousands of years, just as they guide Fijians today.We live by these values secure in the knowledge that our Fijian identity is not the realm of a single religion, province, background, or ethnicity. Our national character transcends these boundaries. This was never more clearly on display than during the dark days of the COVID pandemic. We overcame that experience through unity, and we have come out more resilient than ever before.We proved then that Fiji’s strength as a nation can be measured by the care and compassion we show our fellow Fijians. If we keep sight of those commonalities – if we seek to deepen the bonds that exist between us – we will continue to advance our nation and our people towards a brighter future.
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