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Solomon Islands Voters Go To Polls With China's Influence In Focus

Solomon Islanders began voting Wednesday in an election that could reshape regional security, with citizens effectively choosing if their Pacific nation will deepen ties with China.

International Business Times

US lashes disinformation in Solomon Islands election

The US has lashed Russia's Sputnik news agency after it published "baseless accusations" about alleged interference in the Solomon Islands election.

AAP

Solomon Islands prepares for ‘most important election since independence’

Voters worry about state of economy and cost of living as foreign analysts focus on China ties.

Al Jazeera

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Solomon Islands Election: China Influence, Prime Minister's Future At Stake

Solomon Islands election: PM Sogavare seeks second term amid tensions and foreign policy shifts.

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As Solomon Islands’ election looms, China’s influence on the Pacific country draws scrutiny

The security deal with Beijing agreed by PM Manasseh Sogavare is under the spotlight ahead of the 17 April vote

The Guardian - AU

Voters dream of better future for the Solomons

Under the strain of the nation's population tripling in the past 45 years, government services in the Solomon Islands are stretched.

AAP

Solomon Islands Readies For Election In Shadow Of China's Influence

Solomon Islanders will head to the polls this week, voting in an election that promises to bolster or blunt China's regional ambitions, with security consequences that will ripple far beyond the Pacific nation's palm-fringed shores.

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From Toilet Cleaner To 'Master Of Mayhem': Solomon Islands PM Manasseh Sogavare

Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has manoeuvered through armed coups, riots and the rise of China during four spasmodic spells as the Pacific nation's leader.

International Business Times

Voters defy warnings to board crowded Solomons ferries

Solomon Islands voters are risking their safety to cast ballots in a national election that is proving to be a litmus test of China's Pacific expansion.

AAP

New Zealand lobbied French on Solomon Islands-China pact, cables show

New Zealand officials hoped French Polynesia and New Caledonia would respond to security pact, documents show.

Al Jazeera

In the Solomon Islands, a US agency’s struggles hint at China’s influence

The Peace Corps has yet to return to Pacific island nation more than four years after Washington touted its return.

Al Jazeera

Giant 1.5-foot-long rat that can crack open coconuts photographed for 1st time on remote island

After years of failed attempts, scientists have finally succeeded in snapping images of an extremely rare, enormous rat that is so big it can reportedly chew through coconuts on the Solomon Islands.

LiveScience

From lucky shoes to Olympic trailblazer: Solomon Islands athlete pushes for Pacific Games gold

Veteran long-distance runner Sharon Firisua among stars competing in the two-week tournament set to begin in Honiara

The Guardian - AU

Solomon Islands eyes ‘long-lasting legacy’ as counts down to Pacific Games

The event has cost an estimated $250m, but the government believes it is money well spent given the potential benefits.

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The Conversation

What do people in the Pacific really think of China? It's more nuanced than you may imagine

China has been steadily increasing its footprint in the Pacific in recent years as it attempts to deepen its influence and challenge the traditionally strong relationships many countries have with the US and Australia.

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Both the US and Australia are adamant the Pacific "matters". But only one is really moving the dial

Just before the second summit between the US and the Pacific Islands Forum at the White House in September, the US hosts took Pacific leaders to an American football game. One, however, was conspicuously absent: Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare.

The Guardian - UK

Climate expert ‘sacked’ after refusing flight to Germany over carbon emissions

Gianluca Grimalda says he was fired when he refused to return at short notice by plane from a research trip near Papua New Guinea

The Guardian - UK

Climate scientist faces sack for refusing to fly to Germany from Solomon Islands archipelago

Dr Gianluca Grimalda told by Kiel Institute for World Economy he must be at his desk on Monday after finishing fieldwork

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The Guardian - AU

Biden seeks to win over Pacific leaders as Solomon Islands turns back on talks

‘Historic’ summit seen as part of effort to counter Beijing in the region as Pacific leaders seek more support on climate change

Al Jazeera

Solomon Islands police deny China shipped guns, following Al Jazeera report

Royal Solomon Islands Police Force Commissioner Mostyn Mangau says replica firearms incapable of firing live rounds.

Al Jazeera

Solomon Islands MPs demand answers over ‘replica’ guns from China

Opposition leader Matthew Wale accuses police commissioner of misleading citizens after Al Jazeera report.

The Guardian - AU

China ‘gifts’ and cost concerns: Pacific Games stir controversy in Solomon Islands

The host nation has attracted criticism over the price tag of November’s event, while an expert labels Chinese funding ‘shrewd diplomacy’

Al Jazeera

China’s ‘replica’ guns for Solomon Islands likely real, US cable claimed

US diplomats doubted explanations that Chinese shipment contained replica weapons, previously unseen documents show.

The Guardian - AU

US delegate says Solomon Islands PM was too ‘busy’ to meet him

Congressman Neal Dunn, part of select committee on competition with China, says failure to meet Manasseh Sogavare was a ‘missed opportunity’

The Guardian - AU

Solomon Islands newspaper pledged to promote ‘truth about China’s generosity’ in return for funding

The Solomon Star denies accusations of ‘giving away’ its independence by accepting thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment

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