Pacific Islands Forum meeting in turmoil after several leaders pull out of Palau summit

Pacific Islands Forum leaders’ meeting in Palau faces last-minute withdrawals as political turmoil disrupts regional diplomacy. The Solomon Islands prime minister has canceled his attendance following a no-confidence motion filed by his home affairs minister, raising concerns over domestic instability. Fiji, Vanuatu, and Samoa have also pulled out, leaving the summit’s agenda in question. The unexpected absences highlight growing political tensions across the Pacific.

Solomon Islands prime minister cancels his appearance, along with leaders from Fiji, Vanuatu and SamoaSeveral leaders have pulled out of a the Pacific Islands Forum leaders’ meeting in Palau at the eleventh hour.Solomon Islands prime minister, Matthew Wale, has cancelled his appearance after a no-confidence motion was lodged against him at home by the Solomon Islands home affairs minister, Manasseh Maelanga. Continue reading...