16 Dec 2024 | 08:12 AM UTC
Solomon Islands: Opposition withdraws no-confidence motion scheduled for parliamentary debate in Honiara Dec. 16 /update 1
No-confidence motion withdrawn in Honiara, Solomon Islands, Dec. 16. Increased security likely to continue near Parliament House.
A scheduled trust vote against Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele was withdrawn by the opposition on Dec. 16. Authorities had bolstered security in Honiara as a precaution due to potential solidarity rallies by supporters and counter-protests. Australia also issued a warning on Dec. 11, advising its citizens to avoid political gatherings due to the risk of violence.
Increased security is likely to continue at and around the Parliament House as a precaution until the ongoing session concludes. Security measures could prompt intermittent localized traffic disruptions.
Exercise caution near the Parliament House through late December as a precaution. Carry proper identification, and remain nonconfrontational if stopped by security personnel. Heed all security and traffic advisories.
