2019 Fiji's Flag Referendum (Operation Foxley)

Fiji, in 2019, has its first debate on whether to change the national flag after 49 years of independence. For several decades, several unofficial alternative projects, created by politicians and even civilians, have been proposed with high degrees of support. The government of Fiji authorized, on 16 October, 2019, the debate over the new flag of the country, as the country gained its independence 49 years ago, that is, they no longer agree to leave the British symbol on their flag. Unlike Tuvalu, which had problems with the independence flag, which was recognized by 52 countries, Fiji opted to have a two-step vote, and finally a debate with parliament to pass the flag. Common criticisms of the current design of the Fiji flag are its resemblance to the flags of the British overseas territories, the inadequacy of keeping the Union Jack in the design and their independence. A series of research conducted since its independence, has shown that most Fijians require a change in the national flag of the country.

The Fiji Parliament held a two-step vote on the flag change in 2019. One of the five designs chosen was criticized for holding the old Fiji flag with the country's coat of arms, and the flag was removed from the vote. Voters are choosing to change the current flag, however, the results of the first round will be announced tomorrow at 4:15 PM. While the second round will take place on October 21, 2019 at 2:40 PM.

Arguments
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