The Opposition has continued its criticism of the Government over the recently signed security deal between China and the Solomon Islands, claiming Australia is 'less safe' as a result. 9News
Speaking in Queensland, deputy leader Richard Marles persevered with Labor's recent attacks on the government about its role in the"They have let the Pacific go. Under their watch, they have made it so that Australia is not the partner of choice for the Solomon Islands," Mr Marles said.Deputy Labor leader Richard Marles criticised the Morrison Government for failing to prevent the security deal between China and the Solomon Islands.
However, when asked about the prospect of raising foreign aid to improve Australia's standing in the region, Shadow Treasurer Jim Chalmers did not commit to any increase, saying it was only "part of the story, but not the whole story", and that Labor would make further announcements about their Pacific policy later in the campaign.
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