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As Solomon Islands’ election looms, China’s influence on the Pacific country draws scrutiny
The security deal with Beijing agreed by PM Manasseh Sogavare is under the spotlight ahead of the 17 April vot…
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China ‘gifts’ and cost concerns: Pacific Games stir controversy in Solomon Islands
The host nation has attracted criticism over the price tag of November’s event, while an expert labels Chinese…
- Asia Pacific, China, Media, Newspapers, Newspapers & magazines, Pacific islands, Press freedom, Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands newspaper pledged to promote ‘truth about China’s generosity’ in return for funding
The Solomon Star denies accusations of ‘giving away’ its independence by accepting thousands of dollars’ worth…
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Protests in Solomon Islands as key China critic politician is ousted in no confidence vote
Daniel Suidani, premier of Malaita province, has been one of the most vocal critics of the Pacific country’s r…
- Asia Pacific, Coronavirus, Infectious diseases, Pacific islands, Science, Solomon Islands, World news
‘People are dying on the floor’: healthcare workers tell of Covid devastation in Solomon Islands
The Pacific country was coronavirus-free until last month but an outbreak of thousands of cases is overwhelmin…
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Mining operation allegedly owes millions in taxes and royalties in Solomon Islands
Asia Pacific Investment Development and its subcontractor have also allegedly failed to rehabilitate land affe…