At the time of the 1st coup, it was either the GG or PM at the time said somthing like:
Oil and Water do not mix but I need both to run my car just like I need both Fijians and Indians to run my country.
They knew the importance of Indians running businesses whilst the Fijians were the 'face of the country'.
Like when you guys stopped over at the Mocambo Hotel, plenty of Fijians at front office, in the bar and restaurant whilst the Indians were the back office staff. Even recall going to the Airport Club and it was the same thing.
Anyway, see QF 3 diverted to NAN last night on way to HNL.
Crack forces Hawaii-bound Qantas flight to divert | Fiji landing good thing NAN is available !