In May, preliminary reports suggested that the election would be held on Aug. 4. On Jun. 22, Solomon Islands governor-general Frank Kabui confirmed the election date in his official announcement.

Electoral Commission chairman Peter Kenilorea declared: “Our aim is a peaceful, free and fair election, and I hope our young people make their services available with integrity and honour.” The commission has urged all candidates to keep within the $56,750 U.S. expenditure limit.

Former prime minister Manasseh Sogavare and eight other lawmakers have established the Ownership, Unity and Responsibility Party.
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