SI PM satisfied with diplomatic discussions

Solomon Islands Prime minister Manasseh Sogavare held cordial and frank discussions with the Foreign Affairs Ministers of Australia and New Zealand Alexander Downer and Winston Peters in Honiara yesterday.

Prime minister Mr Sogavare says the discussions centred around issues of common concern between the three countries and to further strengthen the good relationship between them.

Mr Sogavare says he was satisfied with yesterday's discussions.

Australian Foreign minister Alexander Downer confirms Australia's support to RAMSI and expressed gratitude that the government is willing to continue to have RAMSI in the country as long as the people and Parliament of Solomon Islands want it.

With regards to ministers in police custody, Mr Sogavare says the issue was discussed and had assured the foreign ministers that the government is taking relevant steps.

This include the appointment of caretaker ministers.

Mr Downer says Australia welcomes the first step in appointing acting ministers.

News source: SIBC @http://www.sibconline.com.sb/main.asp