Solomon Islands elects new prime minister
Sky News Political Editor Andrew Clennell says there has been a “big foreign policy development” during the week.
Mr Clennell said Jeremiah Manele has replaced Manasseh Sogavare as Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands.
“Sogavare was known for being too close to China and for reaching a security agreement with them,” Mr Clennell told Sky News Australia.
Solomon Islands elects new prime minister
“There are Australian hopes now that the Solomons may change direction under its new leader.
“Anthony Albanese and the new Solomons PM had a conversation on Friday where both invited each other to their country.”