Published 2 years ago

Solomon Islands government seeks to delay election to host games

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The Solomon Islands is due to host the Pacific Games in November 2023. The government wants to extend parliament until after the Games. The United States and other Pacific nations have expressed concern over the Solomon Islands' security ties with China. A change to the constitution requires two-thirds of parliament to support it.

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The Guardian

Bill to delay Solomon Islands election until December 2023 prompts concern

Prime minister Sogavare’s office claims country does not have resources to host Pacific Games and an election at same time, raising outcry from opponents

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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Reuters

Solomon Islands government seeks to delay election to host games

A bill to delay elections in the Solomon Islands has been submitted to its parliament, officials said, prompting concern from opposition politicians.

2 years ago·United Kingdom

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ABC Australia

Solomon Islands government seeks to delay election, prompting calls for Australia to help cover the costs

Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare's government wants to extend parliament until after Solomon Islands hosts the Pacific Games in November 2023, despite a vote being due in May.

2 years ago·Australia

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Deutsche Welle

Solomon Islands' move to delay election stokes fears of autocratic slide

The Solomon Islands' prime minister has said he wants to delay the 2023 election until after his country has hosted the Pacific Games. Critics see the move as another step to undermine democracy in the Pacific nation.

2 years ago·Germany

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Devdiscourse

Solomon Islands government seeks to delay election to host games

A bill to delay elections in the Solomon Islands has been submitted to its parliament, officials said, prompting concern from opposition politicians. Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare's government has said it wants to extend parliament until after it hosts the Pacific Games in November 2023, for which China has donated seven stadiums and venues that are being built by Chinese companies.

2 years ago

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