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Solomon Islands election
Jeremiah Manele Becomes Solomon Islands Prime Minister
By Patricia O’Brien
Whatever window of opportunity the election presented for a change of course on the geopolitical front has closed. But Manele has an opportunity still to deflate regional tensions.
Sogavare Stands Down as Dust Settles From Solomon Islands Election
By Patricia O’Brien
The four-time prime minister says he won’t contest for the top office, with the election results repudiating in part the geopolitical direction he’s led the Solomon islands.
Solomon Islands Goes to the Polls
By Sribala Subramanian
The nation’s pro-China foreign policy is on the ballot.
Solomon Islands to Delay Election, Raising Fears of Unrest
By Nick Perry
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare said the delay was necessary because the state is hosting the Pacific Games next year. Others see it as a power grab.
The Domestic Politics of Sogavare’s China-Solomons Tryst
By Patricia O’Brien
The prime minister’s latest moves clarify his ultimate objective: augmenting and retaining power, which also stands to benefit Beijing.
A New Day for Solomon Islands' Women?
By Joshua Mcdonald
The Solomon Islands now has 2 women MPs – its most ever. It's both progress and a sign of how far is left to go.
Riots in the Solomon Islands Greet Returned Prime Minister
By Grant Wyeth
After a calm election, frustrations flared as Manasseh Sogavare returned, for the fourth time, to the prime ministership.
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