The Solomon Islands are set to announce next week a national election for April, with the security relationship with China emerging as a pivotal issue as political parties kick off their campaigns in the Pacific Islands nation.
Following his ascent to power after the 2019 election, Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare transitioned diplomatic alliances from Taiwan to China. Subsequently, he established a security agreement with Beijing, a move that raised concerns in Washington and Canberra, sparking a competition for influence in the…
