Fiji Fashion Week Founder Ellen Whippy Knight believes that understanding the root causes of the country’s drug problem is essential for addressing the issue. Speaking at last week’s Speaker’s Debate, Knight stated that there are deep-seated issues within Fiji’s social and economic structures. She urges the government to prioritize discussions at a higher level to curb the spread of social ills.
Speaker and President-elect Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu agreed with Knight, emphasizing the need for immediate action. Ratu Naiqama calls for adequate preventive programs to address the social challenges affecting the country..