4 Oct 2022

Solomons' Foreign Minister admits hesitation in joining US deal

From Checkpoint, 6:07 pm on 4 October 2022

Solomon Islands' Foreign Minister has admitted the country almost didn't sign up to a declaration with the United States because it included indirect references to China. The statement was released last week, following an historic gathering of Pacific leaders in Washington. Jeremiah Manele made the admission after formal talks with his New Zealand counterpart, Nanaia Mahuta - which were held in an awkward location. Here's our political reporter, Katie Scotcher.