Solomon Islands PM Toppled in No-Confidence Vote
Twenty-six of 50 MPs backed the ouster after corruption and bribery accusations, and a new leader is expected to be chosen next week.
- On Thursday, May 7, 2026, Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele was ousted after losing a no-confidence vote in Parliament, ending his two-year reign.
- Manele's downfall followed the mass defection of a dozen government ministers in March, who cited grievances including allegations of corruption and what they termed 'weak and indecisive leadership.'
- The vote saw 26 MPs siding against Manele in the 50-seat Parliament, with two abstentions, after an appeal court ruling last Friday mandated the motion.
- While almost 1,000 police officers patrolled Honiara during the vote, Manele will remain in office until officially removed by Governor-General Sir David Tiva Kapu.
- Selection of a new leader is expected next week as Western diplomats closely watch the strategically located archipelago, which has significantly strengthened its ties with China in recent years.
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Solomon Islands PM ousted after losing confidence vote
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