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SOLOMON ISLANDS-CHINESE AID-BROADBAND NETWORK

(240709) -- HONIARA, July 9, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on June 27, 2024 shows a China-assisted telecommunication tower of Solomon Islands' National Broadband Network Project, in Sali village of Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands. China's assistance to the Solomon Islands' National Broadband Network Project, jointly implemented by China Harbor Engineering Company Ltd. and Huawei Technologies Co Ltd., is a landmark project for cooperation between the two countries. The project plans to construct 161 3G/4G wireless communication base stations on 35 major islands in the Solomon Islands' nine provinces. The construction, to last for three years, started on Aug. 28, 2023, with the first telecommunication tower launched on March 22 in Sali village. TO GO WITH "Feature: Chinese aid to Solomon Islands' broadband network improves infrastructure, education " Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Zhang Jianhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-CHINA-MEDICAL TEAM

(240628) -- HONIARA, June 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A member of the third Chinese medical team to Solomon Islands offers health consultations to local residents in Honiara, Solomon Islands, June 28, 2024. After the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations in 2019, China started to dispatch medical team including doctors and nurses to the Solomon Islands in early 2022. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Zhang Jianhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-CHINA-MEDICAL TEAM

(240628) -- HONIARA, June 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A member of the third Chinese medical team to Solomon Islands offers health consultations to local residents in Honiara, Solomon Islands, June 28, 2024. After the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations in 2019, China started to dispatch medical team including doctors and nurses to the Solomon Islands in early 2022. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Zhang Jianhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-CHINA-MEDICAL TEAM

(240628) -- HONIARA, June 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Members of the third Chinese medical team to Solomon Islands offer health consultations to local residents in Honiara, Solomon Islands, June 28, 2024. After the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations in 2019, China started to dispatch medical team including doctors and nurses to the Solomon Islands in early 2022. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Zhang Jianhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-CHINA-MEDICAL TEAM

(240628) -- HONIARA, June 28, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A member of the third Chinese medical team to Solomon Islands offers health consultations to local residents in Honiara, Solomon Islands, June 28, 2024. After the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations in 2019, China started to dispatch medical team including doctors and nurses to the Solomon Islands in early 2022. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Zhang Jianhua)

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Jeremiah Manele elected as Solomon Islands' new PM

STORY: Jeremiah Manele elected as Solomon Islands' new PM SHOOTING TIME: May 2, 2024 DATELINE: May 2, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:42 LOCATION: Honiara CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of Governor General of the Solomon Islands David Vunagi announcing the result 2. various of Jeremiah Manele speaking 3. various of the polling stations (April 17, 2024) 4. various of the Solomon Islands STORYLINE: Foreign minister Jeremiah Manele was elected as the Solomon Islands' new prime minister by members of parliament on Thursday, Governor General of the Solomon Islands David Vunagi announced. Manele defeated opposition leader Matthew Wale in a 31-to-18 vote in the newly elected 50-seat parliament, Vunagi said following a secret ballot on Thursday morning. One member of parliament did not participate in the vote because she could not arrive in Honiara in time due to a long distance to the capital, a source from the governing Ownership, Unity and Responsibility Party told Xinhua. Manele will take over the off

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Solomon Islands witnesses smooth voting process in election

STORY: Solomon Islands witnesses smooth voting process in election SHOOTING TIME: April 17, 2024 DATELINE: April 17, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:04 LOCATION: Honiara CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of a polling station 2. various of Solomon Islands STORYLINE: Chief Electoral Officer of Solomon Islands Jasper Anisi has hailed Wednesday's joint election, encompassing both national and provincial elections, as a remarkably peaceful event for the nation. As the polling stations closed, with each ballot box sealed, it marked the conclusion of a day where Solomon Islands citizens turned out in significant numbers to exercise their voting rights. The enthusiasm among voters was evident as many queued up early in the morning to cast their ballots. In preparation for the election, over 1 million ballot papers were printed to ensure that the 420,253 registered voters had the opportunity to make their voices heard. A total of 334 candidates are vying for 50 seats in the parliamentary election. Party-aff

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-ELECTION

(240417) -- HONIARA, April 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A voter casts her ballot at a polling station in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands, April 17, 2024. Voters in the Solomon Islands on Wednesday flocked to cast their ballots in the parliamentary election of the South Pacific island country. A total of 334 candidates are vying for 50 seats in the parliamentary election. (Photo by Jennifer Kusapa/Xinhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-ELECTION

(240417) -- HONIARA, April 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People wait to cast their ballots at a polling station in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands, April 17, 2024. Voters in the Solomon Islands on Wednesday flocked to cast their ballots in the parliamentary election of the South Pacific island country. A total of 334 candidates are vying for 50 seats in the parliamentary election. (Photo by Jennifer Kusapa/Xinhua)

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General election in Solomon Islands

An official puts a ballot box on a table at a polling station after the polls closed for a general election in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, on April 17, 2024.

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General election in Solomon Islands

A woman (R) casts a ballot at a polling station for a general election in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, on April 17, 2024.

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General election in Solomon Islands

People look at a list of candidates in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, on April 17, 2024, the day of a general election.

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General election in Solomon Islands

A man casts a ballot at a polling station for a general election in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, on April 17, 2024.

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Local physiotherapist dedicated to promoting Chinese acupuncture therapy in Solomon Islands

STORY: Local physiotherapist dedicated to promoting Chinese acupuncture therapy in Solomon Islands SHOOTING TIME: recent footages DATELINE: April 8, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:51 LOCATION: Honiara CATEGORY: HEALTH SHOTLIST: 1. various of Grace Teka learning acupuncture therapy 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): GRACE TEKA, General rehabilitation physiotherapist 3. various of Grace Teka learning acupuncture therapy 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): GRACE TEKA, General rehabilitation physiotherapist STORYLINE: Grace Teka is a general rehabilitation physiotherapist at Lata Hospital in Solomon Islands. Recently, she has finished acupuncture treatment training offered by the Chinese medical team to the Pacific island country. One year ago, when Teka came to National Referral Hospital for training, she suffered from low back pain. She found the Chinese medical team based in the hospital to receive acupuncture treatment. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): GRACE TEKA, General rehabilitation physiotherapist "I had my treatment for my bilateral kne

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Solomon Islands PM hails decision to forge diplomatic relations with China as historic

STORY: Solomon Islands PM hails decision to forge diplomatic relations with China as historic DATELINE: July 11, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:45 LOCATION: Honiara CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE (English): MANASSEH SOGAVARE, Solomon Islands Prime Minister STORYLINE: Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare said that forging diplomatic relations with China is one of the most significant decisions the Solomon Islands has made over the last 45 years since its independence. Sogavare made these remarks in a recent interview with Xinhua, ahead of his official visit to China starting on Sunday. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): MANASSEH SOGAVARE, Solomon Islands Prime Minister "I'm confident that the outcome of my visit to China will be positive. Generally, I'm hoping that this trip will further strengthen the Solomon Islands-PRC diplomatic ties. We progress and stand shoulder to shoulder, hand in hand, in pursuing in issues of common interest to the two countries." The prime minister reaffirmed his country's adh

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-PM-INTERVIEW

(230711) -- HONIARA, July 11, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands Manasseh Sogavare speaks during an interview with Xinhua in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands, July 4, 2023. Forging diplomatic relations with China is one of the most significant decisions the Solomon Islands has made over the last 45 years since its independence, Prime Minister of the Solomon Islands Manasseh Sogavare has said. TO GO WITH "Interview: Solomon Islands PM hails decision to forge diplomatic relations with China as historic" (Xinhua/Yang Yunqi)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-SCENERY

(230710) -- HONIARA, July 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone on July 3, 2023 shows the scenery of Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands. Situated in the southwest of the Pacific Ocean, the Solomon Islands boasts over 900 islands of various sizes. (Xinhua/Hao Yalin)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-SCENERY

(230710) -- HONIARA, July 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone on July 2, 2023 shows the scenery of Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands. Situated in the southwest of the Pacific Ocean, the Solomon Islands boasts over 900 islands of various sizes. (Xinhua/Hao Yalin)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-SCENERY

(230710) -- HONIARA, July 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone on July 2, 2023 shows the scenery of Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands. Situated in the southwest of the Pacific Ocean, the Solomon Islands boasts over 900 islands of various sizes. (Xinhua/Hao Yalin)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-SCENERY

(230710) -- HONIARA, July 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone on July 2, 2023 shows the Unity Square in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands. Situated in the southwest of the Pacific Ocean, the Solomon Islands boasts over 900 islands of various sizes. (Xinhua/Hao Yalin)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-SCENERY

(230710) -- HONIARA, July 10, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken with a mobile phone on July 3, 2023 shows the scenery of Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands. Situated in the southwest of the Pacific Ocean, the Solomon Islands boasts over 900 islands of various sizes. (Xinhua/Hao Yalin)

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Chinese doctors help enhance wellbeing for Solomon Islands people

STORY: Chinese doctors help enhance wellbeing for Solomon Islands people DATELINE: July 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:03 LOCATION: Honiara CATEGORY: HEALTH/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of local residents at the hospital 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): REX FOUKONA, Local resident 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): MARTIN POPOT, Local resident 4. various of the Solomon Islands 5. various of the hospital 6. various of George Wilson Malefoasi 7. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): WILSON MALEFOASI, CEO of National Referral Hospital 8. various of the Chinese medical team treating patients 9. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): WILSON MALEFOASI, CEO of National Referral Hospital 10. various of the Chinese medical team treating patients STORYLINE: Chinese medical team's traditional acupuncture therapy has been gaining popularity in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, with its effect winning widespread recognition from local residents. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): REX FOUKONA, Local resident "I have visited the acupuncture treatment for six days now. Today

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China-built projects hailed by Solomon Islanders

STORY: China-built projects hailed by Solomon Islanders DATELINE: July 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:38 LOCATION: Honiara CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Solomon Islands 2. various of the 2023 Pacific Games Stadium Project 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): TERRRY ALE, Local engineer 4. various of the 2023 Pacific Games Stadium Project 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Pijin & English): TONY TOLO, Local worker 6. various of the 2023 Pacific Games Stadium Project 7. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): TERRRY ALE, Local engineer 8. various of a university building under construction 9. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): BETTY TEMASI, CHEC's local employee 10. various of China-built infrastructure projects in the Solomon Islands 11. SOUNDBITE 5 (English): MANASSEH SOGAVARE, Solomon Islands Prime Minister 12. various of the 2023 Pacific Games Stadium Project STORYLINE: Infrastructure development is picking up pace in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands. Many locals are expressing their gratitude, saying they have significantly benefited

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-CHINESE DOCTORS

(230709) -- HONIARA, July 9, 2023 (Xinhua) -- George Wilson Malefoasi, CEO of the National Referral Hospital, addresses the opening ceremony for the acupuncture clinic at the hospital in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, on July 4, 2023. TO GO WITH "Feature: Chinese doctors help enhance wellbeing for Solomon Islands people" (Xinhua/Hao Yalin)

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Exploring Solomon Islands

STORY: Exploring Solomon Islands DATELINE: July 8, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:07 LOCATION: Honiara CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Honiara 2. STANDUP (English): YANG YUNQI, Xinhua correspondent 3. various of the Honiara Central Market 4. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): Local residents 5. various of the sports stadium 6. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): TERRY ALE, Local engineer STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): YANG YUNQI, Xinhua correspondent "The Solomon Islands is one of the most unfamiliar gems in Oceania. Consisting of nearly 1,000 tropical islands scattered across the Southwestern Pacific, it offers some of the world's best natural sceneries and travel experiences. Today we have arrived at Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, to explore the beauty and distinct culture of this unique country." The Solomon Islands, with a population of about 700,000, boasts a rich variety of fauna and flora. Its remote location has helped preserve its pristine beauty, making it a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts and adventure see

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Solomon Islands athletes to train in China for 2023 Pacific Games

STORY: Solomon Islands athletes to train in China for 2023 Pacific Games DATELINE: July 1, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:59 LOCATION: Honiara CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the posters 2. various of Li Ming, the Chinese ambassador to the Solomon Islands 3. various of Jimmie Rodgers, Chairman of National Hosting Authority 4. various of Joe Sika, Chairman of National Sports Council 5. various of Martin Rara, president and chairman of the organizing committee of the 2023 Pacific Games 6. various of athletes STORYLINE: A total of 80 athletes and coaches from the Solomon Islands will have a 90-day training camp in China to prepare for the upcoming 2023 Pacific Games. The athletes heading for China come from a variety of sports including boxing, judo, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, athletics and weightlifting. The Chinese embassy to the Solomon Islands held a commissioning ceremony for their training tour on Friday at a stadium in Honiara. The stadium, with a capacity of about 10,000 people, is set to be

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-EARTHQUAKE

(221122) -- HONIARA, Nov. 22, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A car damaged during an earthquake is pictured in Honiara, the Solomon Islands, Nov. 22, 2022. An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 jolted 18 km SW of Malango, the Solomon Islands at 02:03:07 GMT on Tuesday, the U.S. Geological Survey said. (ZFM News via Xinhua)

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China's investment in Solomon Islands

A stadium under construction as part of a Chinese project in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, is pictured on July 21, 2022. Some events for the Pacific Games will be held at the stadium in 2023.

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China's investment in Solomon Islands

Photo taken in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands, on July 21, 2022, shows China's national flag (top L) displayed on a gate of a stadium construction site. China is building the stadium for the 2023 Pacific Games.

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China's investment in Solomon Islands

Photo taken July 21, 2022, shows a port in the Solomon Islands' capital Honiara. China is building a stadium in Honiara for the 2023 Pacific Games.

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Xinhua Headlines: "Reliable development partner" -- China in eyes of Asia-Pacific countries

(220602) -- BEIJING, June 2, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Aerial photo taken on May 4, 2022 shows the athletic track and the football pitch under a China-aided Stadium Project for the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands. (Xinhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-CHINA-WANG YI-MEETING

(220526) -- HONIARA, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Acting Governor General of the Solomon Islands John Patteson Oti (R) meets with visiting Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Honiara, Solomon Islands, May 26, 2022. (Xinhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-CHINA-WANG YI-MEETING

(220526) -- HONIARA, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare (R) meets with visiting Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Honiara, Solomon Islands, May 26, 2022. (Xinhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-CHINA-CONSTRUCTION

(220526) -- HONIARA, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Aerial photo taken on May 4, 2022 shows the athletic track and the football pitch under a Stadium Project for the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands. The athletic track and the football pitch under a Stadium Project for the 2023 Pacific Games, constructed with Chinese aid, have been completed and formally handed over to the Solomon Islands. At the handover ceremony held on April 22, Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare expressed his gratitude for the support provided by the Chinese government and people, and spoke highly of those who overcame difficulties and accomplished the project by a high standard. He called it a milestone for the Solomons in preparing for the Pacific Games. (Xinhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-CHINA-WANG YI-MEETING

(220526) -- HONIARA, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Visiting Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi (L) holds talks with Solomon Islands' Foreign Minister Jeremiah Manele in Honiara, Solomon Islands, May 26, 2022. (Xinhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-CHINA-CONSTRUCTION

(220526) -- HONIARA, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Aerial photo taken on May 4, 2022 shows the athletic track and the football pitch under a Stadium Project for the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands. The athletic track and the football pitch under a Stadium Project for the 2023 Pacific Games, constructed with Chinese aid, have been completed and formally handed over to the Solomon Islands. At the handover ceremony held on April 22, Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare expressed his gratitude for the support provided by the Chinese government and people, and spoke highly of those who overcame difficulties and accomplished the project by a high standard. He called it a milestone for the Solomons in preparing for the Pacific Games. (Xinhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-COVID-19-CHINA-SUPPLIES

(220218) -- HONIARA, Feb. 18, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Solomon Islands Minister for Health and Medical Services Culwick Togamana attends a ceremony in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands, on Feb. 18, 2022. A new batch of anti-epidemic supplies provided by the Chinese government arrived in the Solomon Islands on Friday to help the South Pacific island nation fight the COVID-19 pandemic. (The Chinese Embassy in Solomon Islands/Handout via Xinhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-COVID-19-CHINA-SUPPLIES

(220218) -- HONIARA, Feb. 18, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Ambassador to the Solomon Islands Li Ming (R) and Solomon Islands Minister for Health and Medical Services Culwick Togamana pose for a photo in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands, on Feb. 18, 2022. A new batch of anti-epidemic supplies provided by the Chinese government arrived in the Solomon Islands on Friday to help the South Pacific island nation fight the COVID-19 pandemic. (The Chinese Embassy in Solomon Islands/Handout via Xinhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-COVID-19-CHINA-SUPPLIES

(220218) -- HONIARA, Feb. 18, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Anti-epidemic supplies provided by the Chinese government arrive in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands, on Feb. 18, 2022. A new batch of anti-epidemic supplies provided by the Chinese government arrived in the Solomon Islands on Friday to help the South Pacific island nation fight the COVID-19 pandemic. (The Chinese Embassy in Solomon Islands/Handout via Xinhua)

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SOLOMON ISLANDS-HONIARA-COVID-19-CHINA-SUPPLIES

(220218) -- HONIARA, Feb. 18, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Anti-epidemic supplies provided by the Chinese government arrive in Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands, on Feb. 18, 2022. A new batch of anti-epidemic supplies provided by the Chinese government arrived in the Solomon Islands on Friday to help the South Pacific island nation fight the COVID-19 pandemic. (The Chinese Embassy in Solomon Islands/Handout via Xinhua)