Solomon Islands

Australia to Construct Solomon Islands Security Infrastructure

Australia has partnered with Reeves Icon and Hall to provide security-related infrastructure for the Solomon Islands government.

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Solomons PM Tells Australia No Chinese Military Presence

Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare said he has assured Australia that his nation will not allow a Chinese military presence.

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Australia, New Zealand Exempt From Solomons Naval Ban

Australia and New Zealand are exempt from a ban on foreign naval visits to Solomon Islands, the country's prime minister said.

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Solomon Islands Suspends US Naval Visits: US Embassy

The Solomon Islands has suspended all visits from the United States Navy, the US embassy in Canberra said.

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Solomon Islands Refuses to Allow US Ship to Make Port Call

The Solomon Islands has refused to allow a US Coast Guard cutter to make a routine port call.

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Solomons Says Foreign Base Would Make It a Military Target

Solomon Islands will not host a foreign military base because the nation would be targeted for "military strikes," PM Manasseh Sogavare said.

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China Says ‘No Intention’ to Build Solomons Military Base

China has "no intention at all" to build a military base in the Solomon Islands, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said.

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Solomons PM Dismisses Concerns Over China Maritime Deal

Solomon Islands' PM dismissed criticism of a new maritime investment deal with China, saying there was nothing "sinister" in the agreement.

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Australian PM Urges Calm After Solomons Leader Cites ‘Invasion’ Threat

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison urged a calm response after the Solomon Islands' leader cited an "invasion" threat.

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China ‘Likely’ to Put Troops in Solomons: Australia Minister

China is "very likely" to put troops in the Solomon Islands, Australia's home affairs minister said.

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