Pacific Islands leaders meet with climate change, security on agenda
China, US barred from Pacific Islands Forum as leaders gather for annual summit in the Solomon Islands.
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Solomon Islands pro-China PM Manasseh Sogavare fails to secure majority
Sogavare vies with opposition parties to form governing coalition after inconclusive election.
Solomon Islanders vote in election that could shape ties with China
The election is being closely watched by Australia, China and the United States.
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Solomon Islands prepares for ‘most important election since independence’
Voters worry about state of economy and cost of living as foreign analysts focus on China ties.
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New Zealand lobbied French on Solomon Islands-China pact, cables show
New Zealand officials hoped French Polynesia and New Caledonia would respond to security pact, documents show.
In bid to counter China, US ramps up effort to boost military ties in Asia
US makes a ‘once in a generation effort’ to boost military, diplomatic ties in Asia as it seeks to compete with China.
In the Solomon Islands, a US agency’s struggles hint at China’s influence
The Peace Corps has yet to return to Pacific island nation more than four years after Washington touted its return.
Solomon Islands eyes ‘long-lasting legacy’ as counts down to Pacific Games
The event has cost an estimated $250m, but the government believes it is money well spent given the potential benefits.
US to open embassies in the Cook Islands, Niue
Announcement comes as US President Joe Biden prepares to host a second summit with Pacific Island leaders in Washington
Solomon Islands police deny China shipped guns, following Al Jazeera report
Royal Solomon Islands Police Force Commissioner Mostyn Mangau says replica firearms incapable of firing live rounds.
Solomon Islands MPs demand answers over ‘replica’ guns from China
Opposition leader Matthew Wale accuses police commissioner of misleading citizens after Al Jazeera report.
