New Solomons PM vows to review controversial security pact with China
The new Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands, Matthew Wale, has announced plans to review a controversial security pact with China. This decision comes as he seeks to reset relations with Australia, which have been strained due to the previous government's ties with Beijing. Wale aims to release the full text of the agreement before the upcoming elections in 2024.
- ▪Matthew Wale is the new Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands.
- ▪He plans to review a security agreement with China that has drawn criticism.
- ▪Wale seeks to strengthen ties with Australia and aims to establish a new treaty by the end of the year.
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