Sogavare faces no-confidence vote

The Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare, is facing a vote of no confidence in the Honiara Parliament.

Support for Mr Sogavare has waned due to his the help he is giving the now-suspended Attorney-General, Julian Moti, to avoid facing child sex offences in Australia.

Mr Moti was suspended last night by the Solomon's Public Service Commission until further notice but Mr Sogavare insists he has the final say.

Mr Sogavare is also under pressure over his decision to expel the Australian High Commissioner, Patrick Cole, accusing him of interference in local politics.

Opposition Leader Fred Fono says there is enough discontent in the Coalition Government to topple the Mr Sogavare.

It is still not clear if police will act against the wishes of Papua New Guinea Prime Minister, Sir Michael Somare, and arrest Mr Moti on behalf of Australia.