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Solomon Islands
Solomon’s Main CCP Opponent Can’t Get the Ear of Canberra, He Says
‘We were trying to get an appointment but we haven’t got one,’ Daniel Suidani said.
Pacific Islands Forum Bows to Beijing’s Demand to Delete Reference to Taiwan
A single line saying the Forum reaffirmed a 1992 commitment to viewing Taiwan as a ‘development partner’ was removed.
Solomon’s Split on Taiwan, CCP Amplified as Key Opposition MP Visits Island
The Solomon Islands government decision to cease formal recognition of Taiwan continues to cause political dissent as a leading opposition MP stages a visit.
Clarity Sought Over Beijing’s $30 Million Bailout of Solomon Islands
The island nations’ own MPs don’t know whether the money is a gift or a loan, with new Solomons PM Jeremiah Manele remaining tight-lipped about the cash.
New Solomons PM Emerges, But Questions Remain Over CCP Ties
Jeremiah Manele was the foreign minister of the Pacific Island and was involved in tightening ties with the CCP.
Bejing’s Hold on Solomons Uncertain After Pro-CCP Prime Minister Resigns
It is likely that Manasseh Sogavare’s successor will maintain a pro-Beijing stance.
NZ Dispatches Naval Ship to Solomon Islands Ahead of Contentious Elections
The Solomons national government has been a key ally of Beijing and the result of the election will be closely watched.
IN-DEPTH: CCP Delegation Visits Solomon Islands; Experts Cite Threat to Taiwan
Amid tensions related to the Middle East war, experts are wary of an increased Chinese presence in the Pacific, particularly the Solomon Islands.
EXCLUSIVE: Communist China’s Infiltration of the Solomon Islands ‘Getting Stronger,’ MP Says
Communist China is infiltrating the Solomon Islands, seeking to create favorable economic, diplomatic, and military advantages for itself, one MP says.
Solomons Leader Skipped White House Summit to Avoid Being ‘Lectured’
Solomon Islands has recently joined the Beijing-backed Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Says China Saved the Island; Former Provincial Premier Says CCP Weaponized It
The Solomon Islands’ leader said that the CCP saved the Pacific Islands nation, while a former provincial premier accuses the CCP of bribing politicians.
