Australia Deepens Ties With Solomon Islands Through Police Force Expansion
The package aims to grow the size and capability of Solomon Islands’ police force.
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (L) hugs Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare as they meet for a bilateral meeting at the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) in Suva, Fiji on July 13, 2022. Joe Armao/AFP via Getty Images
The Australian government has unveiled a major initiative to strengthen its partnership with the Solomon Islands by expanding the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF).
The announcement, made on Dec. 20, follows a request made by the Solomon Islands.
Naziya Alvi Rahman
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Naziya Alvi Rahman is a Canberra-based journalist who covers political issues in Australia. She can be reached at [email protected].
