Australia unveils $190 million security deal for Solomon Islands
“Solomon Islands has not committed even to scaling back the permanent rotating presence of Chinese police officers in the country, who will continue to run parallel police training activities with the [Solomon Islands police].
“Australia is hanging its hat on an ‘understanding’ with PM Manele, that Australia remains the partner of choice for security in Solomon Islands.
“But this falls short of a solid strategic commitment, the likes of which Australia is clearly seeking and has had measures of success with Tuvalu, Nauru and PNG, respectively.”
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