Solomon Islands' PM extends Chinese New Year greetings to China

SYDNEY, Feb. 12 (Xinhua) -- Solomon Islands' Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele recently extended his warm greetings and best wishes to the Chinese people as they celebrate the Chinese New Year.

In the Chinese context, the Year of the Horse in 2026 represents strength, freedom, energy, optimism, success and perseverance, which offers Solomon Islands and China an opportunity to reflect on the achievements of the past and look forward to the future of shared prosperity and cooperation, Manele said.

Manele also noted that 2026 marks the 7th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Solomon Islands and China. "The seven years of bilateral relations show a true story of success and growth," he said.

"I wish to sincerely thank China for its tangible contribution to the growth of Solomon Islands and its invaluable impact on the global stage," said the prime minister.