Pro-China former diplomat is new Solomon Islands prime minister bignewsnetwork.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from bignewsnetwork.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Newly elected prime minister in Solomon Islands is likely to keep close China ties wemu.org - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from wemu.org Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
The appointment of Mr. Manele as Prime Minister comes after a recent national election that did not produce a clear majority for any political party. This election was closely monitored by China, the United States, and neighbouring Australia due to its potential impact on regional security, especially following the security pact with China signed by outgoing Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare in 2022. - Newsx
Solomon Islands lawmakers elected former Foreign Minister Jeremiah Manele as prime minister Thursday in a development that suggests the South Pacific island nation will maintain close ties with China.