Kii: No, they belong to the same group, the same government. Not different factions, but perhaps different personalities and different interests.
The prime minister said we want to have permanent diplomatic ties with Taipei. That's our official stance.
What our foreign minister has done could be his personal wish. Perhaps as you've pointed out, it's because he wants to receive some kickbacks. Well, it's something that could happen. It's possible. I am not really sure about it because I believe in transparency and accountability from the government.
TT: As a deputy foreign minister, you yourself seem confused.
Kii: We are really confused, you are right.
TT: Some reports from the Solomon Islands say that the current situation in your country was on the brink because the ongoing peace talks haven't seen any sign of concrete results yet.
What are your observations regarding the current situation in your country?
Kii: We are optimistic for a better outcome to the peace talks in Townsville, Australia. Everybody wants peace now. I am not sure when the talks will finish (the talks finished yesterday), but the fact that both ethnic militia groups agreed to go there is a good sign that shows that they want peace.
Most likely they'll sign the peace agreement by the end of the day (yesterday).
It's a matter of striking the right note. We don't want conflicts to happen. People are getting tired of living a life without law and order.
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