Solomon Islands PM stepping down a ‘good outcome’ from Australia’s point of view

The Australian’s Foreign Editor Greg Sheridan says the Solomon Islands Prime Minister stepping down from his five-year rule is a “good outcome” from Australia’s point of view. Manasseh Sogavare conceded he would not have enough members in a hung parliament to remain the leader of the Pacific Island nation. Foreign Minister Jeremiah Manele will take over as prime minister. It’s believed the move may change Solomon Island’s ‘pro-China’ stance. “This is a good outcome from Australia’s point of view,” Mr Sheridan told Sky News Australia.