Australian PM to visit Solomon Islands as it eyes switch to One China policy

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Scott Morrison will visit the Solomon Islands in his first overseas trip since his re-election as Australia's prime minister.


Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison will visit the Solomon Islands next week, two sources familiar with the plans said on Monday, as Western nations seek to rein in China’s influence on the tiny Pacific island.

With the United States and its allies keen to ensure China does not increase its foothold in the Pacific, protecting diplomatic recognition for self-ruled Taiwan has emerged as a flashpoint in regional ties.

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