Solomon Islands Reaffirms One China Principle following Taiwan Elections Result

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Jeremiah Manele is in Bali, Indonesia to attend the 1st High Level Meeting (HLM) for Archipelago and Island States (AIS) and related meetings from 9th -11th October 2023.

SOLOMON Islands reaffirms its recognition of the One China Principle and that Taiwan is an integral part of the Peopleโ€™s Republic of Chinaโ€™s territory following the outcome of recent elections in Taiwan.  

Solomon Islands caretaker Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon Jeremiah Manele called for international respect for Peopleโ€™s Republic of Chinaโ€™s sovereignty over Taiwan and support the maintenance of peace and security along the Taiwan straits.

Solomon Islands values its relations with the Peopleโ€™s Republic of China who is Solomon Islands Comprehensive and Strategic Partner. The Two countries continue to work together on a number of sectors in the country.

—MFAET PRESS RELEASE