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Australia likely remains the preferred security partner choice but politicians balance multiple foreign nations for benefits. Australian aid aims to strengthen police capabilities in the Solomon’s; the security deal with China remains undisclosed.Learning Outcomes
- Recognise strategic influences on regional relationships — the article shows how the Solomon Islands manages multiple foreign security partnerships amid geopolitical competition.
- Analyse partner-nation engagement strategies — it examines how aid, agreements and historical ties influence preferences and cooperation levels.
