Australia remains Solomon Islands top choice for security and development, Manasseh Sogavare tells Penny Wong.
that his security agreement with Beijing will not lead to a Chinese base or persistent military presence in the South Pacific.
Details of the agreement emerged on the eve of Australia’s election campaign, sparking accusations the Morrison government had dropped the ball in relations with the Pacific amid Chinese efforts to duchess the region. “I welcome his reassurance that Australia remains Solomon Islands’ first security partner of choice and first development partner of choice.
On labour mobility, Senator Wong said: “I understand that’s an area where we can certainly assist with opportunities as well as economic benefits to families and individuals.”
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