Bainimarama sworn in as Fiji's PM

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Bainimarama Sworn in As Fiji\'s PM. Coup leader Voreqe Bainimarama was sworn in as Fiji\'s new Prime Minister on Monday, five days after the South Pacific nation held its first general election since 2006.

Suva (Fiji): Coup leader Voreqe Bainimarama was sworn in as Fiji's new Prime Minister on Monday, five days after the South Pacific nation held its first general election since 2006. With official results confirming Bainimarama had swept the election with almost 60 per cent of the vote, he was sworn in by President Epeli Nailatikau at a brief ceremony in Suva's Government House. "I solemnly and sincerely promise to hold my office with honour, dignity and integrity," Bainimarama said.

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