Pro-China local leader ousted in Solomon Islands election
Friday, 19 April 2024 () Honiara (AFP) April 19, 2024
Beijing's bid to build influence across the Solomon Islands hit a major snag Friday, with the pro-China premier of the Pacific nation's most populous province losing his seat in country-wide elections. Malaita premier Martin Fini - who has overseen the swift expansion of Chinese interests in the province - lost his re-election bid, according to the election commission. For years, the
Solomon Islanders speak of their hopes for the country as they vote in an election that could reshape regional security, with citizens effectively choosing if their Pacific nation will deepen ties with China.
"I feel that it's time Solomon Islands needs a change of leadership for the good of this...
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