The government called on Chaudhry to move beyond traditional politics and recognise that Fiji could soon hold its first-ever referendum—a historic step that strengthens democracy for all communities.

Chief Justice Salesi Temo affirmed that the 2013 Constitution remains the legally effective constitution of Fiji, despite acknowledging its controversial origins and lack of public endorsement.

The 2013 Constitution, implemented under the previous FijiFirst administration, has been criticised for both its drafting process and its content.

This is an important next step for Australia on the road to the referendum for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament.

Australia has a written constitution, but any casual reader of its text would gain little idea of how the political system actually works.