"I will not support any legislation which affects the Hindu, Buddhist or Jain communities, I will push for proper consultation with the communities and only accepted legislation by all faith communities will be allowed in the Parliament."
Federal Assistant Minister for Multicultural Affairs Jason Wood highlighted the need to create awareness about Swastika from the Hindu religious perspective to reach the wider community.
The meeting in Suva on 10 March focused on strengthening collaboration in areas including climate initiatives, waste management, technology and capacity building.
Commissioner Barrett said gatherings such as Iftar provide an opportunity to “shut out the noise of the outside world” and strengthen social bonds during a time when global events are causing distress within communities.
Shibani Kashyap said she travelled to New Zealand independently as an invited artist and was not involved in arranging documentation for others associated with the celebrations.