Australia Pledges to Help Solomons Develop Security Force

Australia continues to increase funding toward the Pacific nation amid security concerns about the CCP regime’s influence in the region. 

Deputy PM Richard Marles speaks to the media in Tasmania, Australia, on May 3, 2023. Steve Bell/Getty Images

The Australian government is hoping to continue building ties with the Solomon Islands government, pledging $50 million (US33.35 million) to establish a new border management system and improve health infrastructure.

The move is part of the government’s effort to strengthen its ties with the new Solomons government amid security concerns stemming from Beijing’s influence in the region.