Solomon Islands
New Solomons PM vows to review controversial security pact with China
Solomon Islands leader Matthew Wale said he was seeking a “reset” in the relationship with Australia after a period dominated by deepening ties to China.
- Matthew Knott
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- Pacific diplomacy
Albanese launches bid for ambitious Solomon Islands treaty to counter China
Anthony Albanese will seek to capitalise on the election of a new Australia-friendly Solomon Islands leader by launching talks on a new treaty agreement.
- Matthew Knott
The Solomons’ surprise new leader is a win for Australia, but the China challenge remains
Australian officials from the prime minister down will be relieved – and even delighted – by Matthew Wale’s victory, but they cannot afford to be relaxed.
- Matthew Knott
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Location, location: Why tiny island strongholds are so prized
The Indian and Pacific oceans cover roughly half the globe and are dotted with strategically valuable islands. Who has what where – and when can it get controversial?
- Angus Holland
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- Pacific diplomacy
A Pacific PM has been toppled. Australia will be watching what happens next
The Solomon Islands is one of Australia’s most important allies in the region, but an economic downturn has claimed another leader.
- Ed Cavanough
Cyclone Maila on move as flood-weary region watches and waits
The category four system is set to weaken as it interacts with landfall closer to PNG and gradually treks toward Queensland’s coast in the coming days.
- Andrew Stafford and Ben McKay
Zero enthusiasm among young voters for Liberals’ climate attitude
Readers have strong views on the Liberals’ U-turn on net zero, treaties and real estate under-quoting.
Fancy an island break without a long-haul flight? These five destinations tick the box
These lesser-known holiday spots are all within three hours of Australia.
- Craig Tansley
‘Xi is watching’: How Trump’s aid cuts have left Australia ‘holding the bag’
It was the end of January, just a week after Donald Trump returned to office, when the email arrived in the inboxes of FHI 360.
- Michael Koziol
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Albanese’s $500m Pacific security deal founders over China clause
Anthony Albanese’s plans to sign a sweeping $500m agreement with Vanuatu have been dealt a blow as Australia jostles for influence with China.
- Matthew Knott