Solomon Islands Politician Wants Diplomatic Ties With Taiwan

Solomon Islands Politician Wants Diplomatic Ties With Taiwan
Ships are docked offshore in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, on Nov. 24, 2018. Mark Schiefelbein/AP Photo
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TAIPEI, Taiwan—The head of the most populous province in the Solomon Islands said the country would likely switch diplomatic ties back to Taiwan if the prime minister is ousted from his post following next week’s no-confidence vote, after looting and violent protests shook the capital city last month.

Daniel Suidani, the premier of Malaita, said Friday he thinks the Solomon Islands should partner with Taiwan because they share democratic values.