The Mercy Commission has followed due process under the 2013 Constitution, and the RFMF will respect its decision, says Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) commander Major-General Jone Kalouniwai.
He made the comment in light of the recent release of George Speight and Shane Stevens who were both involved in the 2000 coup.
The commander led his officers to the warrant officers and senior non-commissioned officers mess earlier this week where he sought forgiveness for the leadership decisions made during the 2000 and 2006 coups.
RFMF said discussions were marked by a consensus that both events were not merely historical incidents, but pivotal leadership decisions that left lasting scars on the nation.
The officers engaged in a candid dialogue about the ramifications of their actions on families, communities, and the overall fabric of Fijian society.
“The motivation of this reconciliation is not for us to find who is at fault or who is the perpetrator of the past political crisis, but for us to find a common ground where we can stand together to move forward,” Maj-Gen Kalouniwai said.
He addressed current events, specifically the release of Mr Speight and Mr Steven from prison.
“Their release must not move us, and we must remain steadfast in our pursuit to continue with our commitment to the RFMF reconciliation process.”
RFMF said it planned to engage in further discussions and initiatives aimed at deepening understanding and fostering reconciliation within the military and the wider community.
Meanwhile, the RFMF held a traditional matanigasau on Thursday with current and former officers.
