It became clear that the local government in the Solomon Islands, which had just established diplomatic relations with China through a tie-up with Taiwan, had exchanged agreements with Chinese companies to lend the entire small island. AFP communication etc. reported. Although economic development is in mind, there are concerns from Australia and others that China may be used for military purposes.
The consensus document was exchanged with the central state in the country. On September 22nd, the day after the establishment of diplomatic relations, the company signed with China Morita Group of Companies (Headquarters, Beijing). The document states that the entire Tulagi Island in the province and the surrounding islands are ready to be lent out for the development of a “special economic zone”, and it can be used for oil and gas projects. The company will include chemical manufacturers and oil and gas development companies.
Tulagi Island has the capital Honiara…