BY BEN BILUA
GIZO
Security cooperation between Solomon Islands and the People’s Republic of China (PRC), China continues to deepen, marking another milestone since the diplomatic switch of recognition from Taiwan to China in 2019.
This week, a high-level Solomon Islands delegation led by Minister of Police, National Security and Correctional Services, Jimson Tanangada, travelled to China to participate in the 2025 Conference of the Global Public Security Cooperation Forum in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province.
In an interview published by CHINADAILY.com.cn, Minister Tanangada described the Solomon Islands–China security partnership as “special” and “timely,” saying it comes at a critical moment as Solomon Islands works to strengthen its domestic security obligations.
“Solomon Islands and China have a very special relationship in terms of security cooperation because it was established at a very critical time for our country,” he said.
Tanangada explained that while the cooperation is primarily focused on enhancing domestic security within Solomon Islands, it also has broader implications for regional and global peace.
He praised China for its leadership role in promoting international security dialogue and collaboration.
“It is so encouraging to see China taking a leadership role in hosting a global public security forum where all countries that value peace can come together and contribute to addressing global issues in security,” Tanangada said.
The 2025 Global Public Security Cooperation Forum was held under the theme “Shaping Global Public Security Together: United Action to Tackle Diverse Threats.”
The event brought together leaders and representatives from across the world to discuss collective approaches to security challenges ranging from transnational crime to emerging global threats.
Solomon Islands’ growing security partnership with China has been closely watched in the region, especially as the country navigates complex geopolitical relationships in the Pacific.
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