First Batch of Police Anti-riot Gears Provided by People’s Republic of China Arrived in Honiara
2022-01-01 08:19

On December 29th 2021, the first batch of police anti-riot gears provided by the government of People’s Republic of China arrived in Honiara. H.E. Ambassador LI Ming, together with the Honorable Supervising Minister Dickson Mua and Permanent Secretary Ms. Karen Galokale of Police, National Security and Correctional Service, Permanent Secretary Mr. Colin Beck of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & External Trade, and Commissioner of RSIPF Mr. Mostyn Mangau attended the arrival ceremony at Henderson Airport.

Ambassador LI Ming said that China stands firmly with Solomon Islands, and fully supports Solomon Islands to restore order and stability after the riot in November. China firmly maintains the bilateral relations and the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese nationals in Solomon Islands.

Ambassador LI Ming spoke highly of police cooperation between China and Solomon Islands. He said that police cooperation will help improve the capacity of RSIPF to respond to emergencies, which serves the interests of Solomon Islands people. The police cooperation is conducive to the broader bilateral relations of China and Solomon Islands, which serves the common interests of two peoples. The police cooperation is beneficial to peace, stability and development of the region, which serves the common interests of all relevant countries. And the police cooperation between China and Solomon Islands is based on principles of equality, respect and non-interference.

Supervising Minister Dickson Mua said that the anti-riot gears provided by China is both important and timely. The support is a positive gesture of good faith and respect of Chinese people, which will not only enhance the capacity of Solomon Islands Government to maintain peace, security, law and order in the community, but also reinforce the capability, morals and determination of RSIPF in carrying out their duty. The government and people of Solomon Islands respectfully accept the support and heartfelt thank the government and people of China. Since the establishment of China-Solomon Islands relationship, Solomon Islands has seen China’s support in Medical, Sports and National Development Programs. China and Solomon Islands will continue to work together in the spirit of cooperation and mutual respect and our friendship and partnership will continue to grow stronger over the years to come.