Law & Order • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands police chief suspended over claims meth evidence was being destroyedCommissioner Ian Vaevaso has been suspended less than two months after taking office as he faces allegations of destroying methamphetamine evidence and obstructing an internal investigation.PMN NewsWed, 01 Jul
Politics • Solomon Islands • ChinaSolomons govt minister wants Chinese policing programmes droppedPeter Kenilorea Jr says the government should focus on economic development partnerships with China rather than expanding security cooperation.Christine RovoiWed, 24 Jun
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands PM floats idea of Pacific-wide security pactMatthew Wale's proposal comes as Pacific leaders explore a more coordinated approach to shared regional challenges.PMN NewsThu, 18 Jun
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands • ChinaSolomons PM says China security pact must stay secret despite review pledgeMatthew Wale says a controversial security agreement with Beijing cannot be made public because of a legally binding secrecy clause, just days after signalling he would review the deal.Christine RovoiFri, 12 Jun
Politics • Solomon Islands • Aotearoa New Zealand • China • United StatesAre New Zealand and the Pacific being pushed towards a more militarised future?As Solomons PM Matthew Wale returns home after visits to Australia and NZ, Pacific leaders and experts warn the region is drifting towards a security-focused path set by global power rivalry.Christine RovoiWed, 10 Jun
Politics • Solomon IslandsPeters welcomes new Solomons PM as New Zealand looks set to strengthen Pacific tiesForeign Minister Winston Peters says face-to-face relationships remain vital in the Pacific during Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale's first official visit to Aotearoa.Christine RovoiTue, 09 Jun
Politics • Solomon Islands‘If there is a shadow of doubt, you are out’: PM Wale issues hardline corruption warningSolomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale has delivered a blunt warning to officials back home and urged diaspora leaders in New Zealand to help rebuild the Pacific nation.Christine RovoiMon, 08 Jun
Politics • Solomon Islands • ChinaSolomon Islands PM says he removed officials to access secret China dealMatthew Wale says he was denied access to Solomon Islands' controversial security agreement with China until days before his visit to Australia as his government signals a major foreign policy reset.Christine RovoiThu, 04 Jun
Politics • Solomon Islands • AustraliaSolomon Islands PM secures $35m Australia funding, resets strained ties in power shiftMatthew Wale held talks on a new bilateral treaty with Canberra and secured emergency funding as Pacific leaders step up negotiations on aid, security, and sovereignty amid rising global pressure.PMN NewsThu, 04 Jun
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands'Pacific is watching': The Solomon Islands leadership change draws regional focusAnalysts say the election of Prime Minister Matthew Wale could shape how the region handles leadership, foreign influence, and its future direction.Christine RovoiSun, 24 May
