Solomon Islands to get new leader after PM ousted in no-confidence vote

Jeremiah Manele toppled after months of political upheaval in the nation seen as one of China’s closest partners in the Pacific

Solomon Islands prime minister Jeremiah Manele lost power in a no-confidence vote in the South Pacific country’s parliament, ending months of political uncertainty.

Parliament was adjourned to allow the governor general to make arrangements for the election of a new prime minister.