AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSolomon Islands Power Shift: Matthew Cooper Wale was sworn in as Prime Minister on Friday after winning a tight 26–22 parliamentary vote, promising “discipline and prudent management” as reforms may be “painful,” and urging unity and youth to help shape the future. Cabinet Locked In: Within days, Wale moved fast to form a full 24-member Cabinet, with Francis Sade sworn in as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Public Service. China Policy Signals: Wale told China’s ambassador he will stick to the one-China principle and deepen cooperation, even as his earlier criticism of Beijing’s 2022 security deal raised eyebrows. Dolphin Export U-turn: In a last-minute scramble, the caretaker fisheries minister repealed a dolphin export ban—then Wale reinstated it effective Saturday, warning it could damage the tuna industry’s international reputation. Regional Watch: Bishops across Oceania are set to meet on Guam this week, with an islandwide Mass planned for Tuesday.
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