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Solomon Islands Reviews China Pact, Secures $190M Police Deal

6/3/2026

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Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale announced a review of the secret 2022 security pact with China.
During his three-day Canberra visit, Wale and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese began treaty talks, agreed to double Engagement visas to 300, and said the treaty will limit security cooperation with China.
The leaders signed a memorandum to fund a $190 million program to expand the police force and build a training centre in Honiara.

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Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale announced a review of the secret 2022 security pact with China.
During his three-day Canberra visit, Wale and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese began treaty talks, agreed to double Engagement visas to 300, and said the treaty will limit security cooperation with China.
The leaders signed a memorandum to fund a $190 million program to expand the police force and build a training centre in Honiara.