China’s new security agreement with the Solomon Islands has sparked controversy and garnered attention around the world.
The deal, which Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare described as a "treaty" to the Solomon Islands Parliament, has not been made public. The implications of the agreement are far-reaching, most importantly for China, the Solomon Islands, Australia and the United States.
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