Beijing may have the Solomon Island’s PM Manasseh Sogavare on side, but Australia’s past in the Pacific means it can still call on other hearts and minds in the country.
FORMER SOLOMONS LEADER FACES COURT CHALLENGE Submitted by admin on Thu, 12/03/2009 - 00:00
KemakezaÂs controversial election challenged by losing candidates
By Eddie Osifelo HONIARA, Solomon Islands (Solomon Star, Dec. 2, 2009) - Former Prime Minister, Sir Allan Kemakeza faces a direction hearing in the High Court today.
The hearing is part of the petition case the four losing candidates in Savo Russell filed against Sir Allan following his victory in the recent by-election.
High court registrar, Kelly Levi said the hearing is to allow both parties to present their documents.
He said it is likely the hearing will also set the date for full hearing.