Published 18 days ago

Solomon Islands pro-China leader Manasseh Sogavare withdraws from the race to be next prime minister

Incumbent Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare won't seek re-election; his party supports Jeremiah Manele for Prime Minister.
Sogavare disclosed his decision at a televised press conference, citing pressure from the US and western allies.
Manele's candidacy was endorsed by Sogavare and presented in a press conference. Sogavare emphasized the decision was collective.

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The Guardian

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