Politics Archive May 2022
21 articles
China to Consider Building Police Training Facility in Country
China will consider building a police training centre in Solomon Islands, as Foreign Minister Wang Yi tours the Pacific in a bid to increase its influence in the region.
Opposition Raises Concerns Over Secrecy Surrounding MOUs With China
Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale has raised concerns that MOUs that will be signed by the visiting PRC foreign minister and the national government have been kept secret only to a few in the top government echelon.
MASI Boycotts China Delegation Press Event
Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI) has issued a boycott notice to its members for the PRC Press Event scheduled for Thursday.
Chinese Foreign Minister Will Visit Solomon Islands as Quad Leaders Convene in Tokyo
The Chinese Foreign Minister and State Councillor Wang Yi is scheduled to visit Solomon Islands later this week. This was confirmed by the Prime Minister’s office, and the Chinese Ambassador to Solomon Islands Li Ming.
Veke Says Australia Remains Partner of Choice
Paving the way for a naval military base in Solomon Islands was the main concern of Australia on the security pact Honiara and Beijing signed recently. But the Minister of Police, National Security and Correctional Services, Anthony Veke, saw no cause for alarm in the security pact.
PIFS Secretary General Hosts Solomon Islands "Tok Stori" Session
Pacific Forum Leaders and Foreign Ministers attended a unique ‘Tok Stori’ hybrid event in Suva.
Opposition Leader Conveys Condolences on Passing of PNG's Deputy Prime Minister
Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale has conveyed his condolences to the government and people of Papua New Guinea following the tragic death of PNG’s Deputy Prime Minister Hon Sam Basil.
Solomon Islander Receives Medal of Honour in New Zealand
On Thursday 05th May, Solomon Islander Glo Oxenham received her Queen’s Service Medal of honour award for services to the Melanesian community from Her Excellency, The Rt Hon Dame Cindy Kiro, Governor General of New Zealand.
Canadian Company Supports Police and Health Ministry With COVID-19 Masks
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services and the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force [RSIPF] have praised Canada’s Novoshield company for their support in mobilizing and delivering 16,800 Level 3 medical grade face masks to boost ongoing work of health and police against COVID-19 in the country.
High Level Chinese Delegation Led by Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Visit Solomon Islands
Chinese Foreign Minister and state councillor Wang Yi is likely to make a surprise visit to Solomon Islands in coming weeks, in another sign Beijing is intent on cementing security and commercial ties with the Pacific Island nation while Canberra is consumed by the federal election.
New Zealand's New High Commissioner to Solomon Islands Named
New Zealand has appointed a new high commissioner to Solomon Islands.
Foreign Affairs Minister Manele Meets with Australian Counterpart
Solomon Islands Foreign Affairs Minister Jeremiah Manele has met with his Australian counterpart, Marise Payne, as he transited through Australia Friday last week.
Opposition Says Government’s Regional Tour a Disgrace
Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale says the foreign minister’s visit to Suva on an ‘explain tour’ of the SI-PRC security treaty is a disgrace.
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Morrison Says Australia Still Solomon Islands' First Option Despite 'Secret' Security Deal with China
Scott Morrison says the government will take a "calm and composed" approach to Solomon Islands if re-elected, after its Prime Minister launched a tirade in parliament about Australia's response to its new security pact with China.
Power Belongs to the People: Kenilorea
Opposition MP for East Are’Are, Hon Peter Kenilorea Jnr, has urged leaders not to lose sight of people’s right to vote in allowing them to exercise their power to do so as enshrined in the constitution.
Rural Development Key to Future Growth: Sogavare
Prime Minister Honorable Manasseh Sogavare acknowledged that the strength of the country lies in the rural areas.
Solomon Islands Top Envoy in Canberra Says China Police Will Be Under Local Command
China’s police presence under a new security pact would boost the capabilities of the Solomon Islands, but they would not use techniques seen in Hong Kong, the Pacific island’s top diplomat to Australia said in a radio interview yesterday.
Wale Acknowledges Role of Media on World Press Freedom Day
Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale has congratulated the media in the country as they mark the World Press Freedom Day yesterday.
Improvements to Medical Centre at NRH Set to Begin
Construction of a new Comprehensive Medical Centre (CMC) at the Eastern wing of the National Referral Hospital (NRH) is set to kick off, following the signing of minutes of an on-site Feasibility Study of the CMC Project by the Ministry of Health and China Embassy in Solomon Islands.
Sogavare Openly Criticizes Australia, Defends Security Agreement with China
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has taken a veiled swipe against Australia, a regional partner and a longtime friend who has stood with Solomon Islands for many years.
Government to Consider Four Options on Life of Current Parliament
The Government says it is taking the advice of the Governor General, His Excellency Sir David Vunagi seriously on matters relating to the deferment of the dissolution of the 11th Parliament, Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare told Parliament.
