Jioji Konrote

ModernGeneralFiji1947 — ?

Former UN peacekeeper turned Fijian president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1947

Country

Fiji

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)38

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)62

Strategy (15%)40

Total Score41.7

Jioji Konrote — Complete Timeline

1978 AD

Appointed UN peacekeeper to LebanonOther

Konrote served as a United Nations peacekeeper in Lebanon with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). This role marked his early career in international service and peacekeeping operations.

UN PeacekeepingLebanonMilitary Service

Impact: regional

2015 AD

Elected President of FijiPolitical Action◆ Major

Konrote was elected as the President of Fiji by the Parliament, succeeding Ratu Epeli Nailatikau. He became the first president from Rotuma and the first former UN peacekeeper to hold the office.

PresidencyFijiElection

Impact: nationalconstructive

2018 AD

Re-elected President of FijiPolitical Action

Konrote was re-elected as President of Fiji for a second three-year term by the Parliament. His re-election continued his role as head of state during a period of political stability under Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama.

PresidencyFijiRe-election

Impact: national