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

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 🎥 Follow Island Sun for more updates and coverage from today’s PM election.

Francisca Semoso's Powerful Plea in Parliament! Will MPs Back Bougainville's Future?
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Francisca Semoso's Powerful Plea in Parliament! Will MPs Back Bougainville's Future?

PM Matthew Wale Visits Keara Village on Ranongga Island During Reassurance Tour
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PM Matthew Wale Visits Keara Village on Ranongga Island During Reassurance Tour

Parliamentary Debate | Prime Minister James Marape | Parliament Sitting | Tuesday 2 June 2026
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Parliamentary Debate | Prime Minister James Marape | Parliament Sitting | Tuesday 2 June 2026

Solomon Islands National Parliament Sitting. Afternoon Session. Afternoon Session. 08/12/2025
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Solomon Islands National Parliament Sitting. Afternoon Session. Afternoon Session. 08/12/2025

Opposition Leader raised a very important question regarding the country's severeignty
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Opposition Leader raised a very important question regarding the country's severeignty

Mathew Wale: His Journey Into Politics, Motivation & Challenges | Podcast with Caleb & Maverick
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Mathew Wale: His Journey Into Politics, Motivation & Challenges | Podcast with Caleb & Maverick

Prime Minister Mathew Wale declaration and victory speech ,Friday 15th May ,2026
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Prime Minister Mathew Wale declaration and victory speech ,Friday 15th May ,2026

SSY Member, Hon. Kerenga Kua question the Prime Minister regarding the landowner's equity.
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SSY Member, Hon. Kerenga Kua question the Prime Minister regarding the landowner's equity.

Governor Allan Bird Challenges Parliament Over Bougainville Report | What Happens Next?
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Governor Allan Bird Challenges Parliament Over Bougainville Report | What Happens Next?

PM Matthew Wale Reassures Iriqila Community of Government Support for Recovery Efforts
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PM Matthew Wale Reassures Iriqila Community of Government Support for Recovery Efforts

$3M Land Sale Fuels Intense Parliamentary Debate: Dodo Creek
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$3M Land Sale Fuels Intense Parliamentary Debate: Dodo Creek

GDL: "HEM OSEM"
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GDL: "HEM OSEM"

Solomon Islands MPs Quit, Crisis Looms | The Pacific | ABC News
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Solomon Islands MPs Quit, Crisis Looms | The Pacific | ABC News

Solomon Islands PM Sogavare Faces Motion of No Confidence After Unrest
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Solomon Islands PM Sogavare Faces Motion of No Confidence After Unrest

Admit You Failed the Nation!’ – Kerenga Kua Confronts PM Marape
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Admit You Failed the Nation!’ – Kerenga Kua Confronts PM Marape

Matthew Wale Inaugural Speech as New Prime Minister of Solomon Islands |  15 May 2025
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Matthew Wale Inaugural Speech as New Prime Minister of Solomon Islands | 15 May 2025

Prime Minister Manele Final Press Conference | Solomon Islands Politics
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Prime Minister Manele Final Press Conference | Solomon Islands Politics

Declaration & Speech of Newly Prime Minister elect of Solomon Islands Hon. Matthew Wale
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Declaration & Speech of Newly Prime Minister elect of Solomon Islands Hon. Matthew Wale

Gordon Darcy Lilo questions DPM Bradley Tovosia on Mining royalty payments and Gold Dealers licenses
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Gordon Darcy Lilo questions DPM Bradley Tovosia on Mining royalty payments and Gold Dealers licenses

Hon. Matthew Wale Reflects on Independence Day
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Hon. Matthew Wale Reflects on Independence Day