Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare is set to visit Australia following fresh revelations that China is driving a wedge in the important Pacific relationship by spreading anti-West commentary.
In recent years, the Pacific has been the centre of a geopolitical tug-of-war between China, the United States and Australia.
Since coming into office both Mr Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong have focused on solidifying the critical security partnership. Soloman Islands PM Sogavare and China's President Xi Jinping have heightened tensions in the region following the announcement of their defence pact in March. Picture: Sheng Jiapeng/Getty Images
“I look forward to engaging with Prime Minister Sogavare on building a strong and prosperous Pacific region, based on principles of transparency, respect and partnership.”
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