Leader of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale has welcomed Australia’s new high commissioner to Solomon Islands His Excellency Jeff Roach.
His Excellency Roach paid a courtesy visit to Hon Wale at the Paul Tovua Complex, Parliament today.
Hon Wale when welcoming the new high commissioner acknowledged Australia’s ongoing support to Solomon Islands.
“Australia is an important partner, we share a deep long history, people to people friendship with Australia. A valuable friend indeed,” the Opposition Leader said.
Hon Wale said our friendship with donor partners should not be measured by chequebook but by genuine interests.
High Commissioner Roach thanked Hon Wale for taking time to meet with him.
He said Australia values the friendship and partnership with Solomon Islands.
His Excellency Roach acknowledged his predecessor’s role and vowed to continue in maintaining the good relationship with Solomon Islands and its people.
“Australia truly values the relationship with Solomon Islands,” he said.
Mr Roach also briefed the Opposition Leader on Australia’s ongoing support program to Solomon Islands.
Brief discussions were also shared on the security partnership between Solomon Islands and Australia.
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