Manasseh Sogavare
Manasseh Damukana Sogavare (born 17 January 1955) is the prime minister of Solomon Islands, serving since 24 April 2019. He previously held the office in 2000–2001, 2006–2007 and 2014–2017; 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.
Manasseh Sogavare | |
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Sogavare in 2016 | |
| Prime Minister of Solomon Islands | |
| Assumed office 24 April 2019 | |
| Monarchs | Elizabeth II Charles III |
| Governors‑General | Frank Kabui David Vunagi |
| 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 |
| Member of Parliament for East Choiseul | |
| Assumed office 1997 | |
| Preceded by | Allan Qurusu |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 17 January 1955 Popondetta, Northern Province, Papua New Guinea |
| Political party | OUR Party |
| Spouse | Emmy Sogavare |
Sogavare has been widely accused of promoting democratic backsliding in the Solomon Islands. The Solomon Islands under Sogavare has been criticised by many as being increasingly autocratic or even authoritarian.
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