The Foreign Affairs Minister Alexander Downer is expected to deliver a strong message to the new Solomon Islands Prime Minister to tackle corruption when they meet in Honiara today (sat).
Alleged corruption has been blamed for an outbreak of violence in the Solomons which has seen parts of the capital burnt to the ground.
Protesters began their rampage after the election of Snyder Rini as Prime Minister.
Mr Downer says he will be urging Mr Rini to tackle corruption and improve living conditions in the Solomons.
He says he has been shocked by the violence of the last few days, and Australia's priority is to help restore law and order.
Mr Downer says he also hopes to meet members of the Opposition to reinforce Australia's commitment to a democratic system in the Solomons.