Matthew Cooper Wale Declared New Prime Minister of Solomon Islands | Parliament Election 2026

Описание: Matthew Cooper Wale has officially been declared Prime Minister-elect of the Solomon Islands after securing 26 votes during today’s parliamentary election in Honiara. Wale defeated the GNUT coalition’s candidate Peter Shanel Agovaka, who received 22 votes. There was also one spoiled ballot and one absent Member of Parliament.

The historic vote marks a significant turning point in the country’s political landscape as Solomon Islanders now look ahead to a new chapter of leadership under Prime Minister-elect Wale.

📍 Parliament House, Honiara
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