THE Fiji Labour Party has questioned the need for such a large entourage to Jerusalem, Israel for the opening of the Fiji Embassy there.
Party leader Mahendra Chaudhry has called on Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka to explain why it was so important to establish a mission in Israel, which he says treats the innocent people of Gaza inhumanely.
“Seventeen individuals, including spouses, videographers, and media handlers are being flown across the world at taxpayers’ expense when ordinary Fijians are struggling with the rising cost of living, crumbling healthcare, soaring crime and drug problems,” he said.
“And yet we beg other nations for budget support.”
Mr Chaudhry has also questioned the need to take Information Minister Lynda Tabuya.