Core policies such as relations with China remain intact, but there is huge public appetite for Jeremiah Manele to focus on internal development
Solomon Islands' newly elected prime minister, Jeremiah Manele, will need to address issues such as inadequate healthcare, infrastructure and limited economic opportunities.Solomon Islands' newly elected prime minister, Jeremiah Manele, will need to address issues such as inadequate healthcare, infrastructure and limited economic opportunities.
Despite logistical challenges such as restrictions on out-of-constituency voting and the ineligibility of thousands of seasonal workers abroad, voter turnout reflected a visible desire for change among the electorate. Issues such as inadequate healthcare, infrastructure and limited economic opportunities resonated strongly with voters.
However, concerns persist regarding electoral malpractice, including the practice of exchanging votes for monetary incentives. Instances of coercion and manipulation tarnish the electoral process and may lead to legal challenges in constituencies with narrow victory margins in coming months, including challenges to senior MPs in the governing coalition.
The economy, described as in a precarious state by the Central Bank of Solomon Islands, needs attention and was referenced in Manele’s speech from parliament steps.
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