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Malaysia–Solomon Islands relations refers to foreign relations between Malaysia and Solomon Islands. Malaysia has an honorary consul in Solomon Islands while Malaysia high commission in Port Moresby also accredited to the country, and Solomon Islands has a high commission in Kuala Lumpur.
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History
The relations between the two countries had been established since between 1986/1988. Both countries were once part of the British Empire and the relationship is based on mutual interests and respect for ideals and principles of peace, freedom, democracy, respect for fundamental human values and sovereignty. The relations also based on the “Look North Policy” by the Solomon governments to strengthen ties and deepen co-operation for mutual benefits with other countries in the Asian region.
Economic relations
In 2009, the total export of Solomon Islands products to Malaysia worth around SB$30 million and Solomon were the largest importer of Malaysian products in the Pacific region. Solomon Islands also keen to learn and share experiences in targeted areas with Malaysia, notably in the development of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Currently, some Malaysian oil palm companies also in the process to expand operations in the Solomon Islands.