Quotes about him

• "If only people could follow the example set by Dr Ali then Fiji would be a better country."
  • (Senator Ratu George Cakobau, 13 June 2005)

• "He was from the old school of those who would differ vigorously with you, but be able to present his different views with dignity."
  • (Senator Qoriniasi Bale, Attorney General of Fiji, 13 June 2005)