Manasseh Sogavare
Prime Minister of Solomon Islands (2019–present) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Manasseh Damukana Sogavare (born 17 January 1955) is a Solomon Islander politician who has served as the prime minister of Solomon Islands since 24 April 2019. He previously held the office in 2000–2001, 2006–2007, and 2014–2017;[1] in all, he has served over nine years as prime minister. Before becoming prime minister, Sogavare served in the National Parliament representing East Choiseul since 1997.[2]
Manasseh Sogavare | |
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Prime Minister of Solomon Islands | |
Assumed office 24 April 2019 | |
Monarchs | |
Governors‑General | |
Deputy | Manasseh Maelanga |
Preceded by | Rick Houenipwela |
In office 9 December 2014 – 15 November 2017 | |
Monarch | Elizabeth II |
Governor‑General | Frank Kabui |
Preceded by | Gordon Darcy Lilo |
Succeeded by | Rick Houenipwela |
In office 4 May 2006 – 20 December 2007 | |
Monarch | Elizabeth II |
Governor‑General | Nathaniel Waena |
Preceded by | Snyder Rini |
Succeeded by | Derek Sikua |
In office 30 June 2000 – 17 December 2001 | |
Monarch | Elizabeth II |
Governor‑General | John Lapli |
Preceded by | Bartholomew Ulufa'alu |
Succeeded by | Allan Kemakeza |
Assumed office 1997 | |
Preceded by | Allan Qurusu |
Personal details | |
Born | Manasseh Damukana Sogavare (1955-01-17) 17 January 1955 (age 69) Popondetta, Northern Province, Territory of Papua and New Guinea |
Political party | OUR Party |
Other political affiliations |
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Spouse | Emmy Sogavare |
Sogavare has been widely accused of promoting democratic backsliding in Solomon Islands.[3][4] The Solomon Islands under Sogavare has been criticised by many as being increasingly autocratic[5] or even authoritarian.[6][7] Despite earning a modest formal salary, he has accrued a vast real estate portfolio, raising questions about his sources of income.[8]