Patriotism is not a flag; It is the hard work of nation-building, Nisira tells Bougainville
Nisira told Bougainville that patriotism isn't about waving flags. It's about the hard work of building a nation. He stressed that real commitment shows in daily efforts, not symbols. The message aimed to shift focus from ceremony to substance.
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