A well balanced, inclusive approach, according to certain standards and ideals, is essential for the proper governance of any country.

The imputations are very serious and a direct question on my integrity and leadership. He said that the Fijian people should not be "misled" by the Prime Minister's claims that democracy was alien to Fiji.

Qarase is controversial because his policies promote indigenous Fijians over those of other racial heritages in Fiji]. He is the son of Josateki Mate of Mavana village.