Reported 9 months ago
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare's first official trip since taking office in May includes visits to Australia, China, and Japan. Australia's Prime Minister Albanese emphasized the shared responsibility for security in the Pacific region after meeting with Sogavare in Canberra, expressing Australia's commitment to supporting Solomon Islands' security needs. The joint statement highlighted Australia's role as the preferred security partner, with a plan to increase Solomon Islands' police personnel from 1500 to 3000 within a decade. While reaffirming cooperation with China, Solomon Islands seeks to address security challenges and reduce dependency on external partners.
Source: YAHOO