The Solomon Islands government says the deal with China would plug security gaps in the nation, repelling 'threat to the Pacific region' criticism
Chinese Premier Li Qiang, right, shows the way to his Solomon Islands counterpart Manasseh Sogavare after they witnessed signing on agreement for both countries at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Monday, July 10, 2023. / Photo: AP
A spokesman for Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare said Friday the pact would plug security gaps exposed by violent anti-government riots in November 2021, which destroyed large sections of the Chinatown district in the capital Honiara. The United States, Australia and New Zealand have expressed unease about the policing"implementation plan", urging Beijing to soothe concerns by releasing more details.
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