Fiji, Oct. 23 -- By Pita Ligaiula in Nadi

The Fiji governments remains committed to equality and inclusivity for all of its citizens and to create a golden era of opportunity for young Fijian girls and boys to take advantage of, says Defence and Foreign Minister Inia Seruiratu.

Addressing the 2019 Early Childhood Development (ECD) Forum) in Nadi today, Seruiratu said like Fiji, many other Pacific governments are stepping up and making bolder and better investments in young children.

"For example, we have increased paid maternity leave to 98 days and introduced a five-day paternity leave and five-day family care leave, allowing parents to spend more time with their young children. There is also a 150% tax deduction for businesses paying...