[THE CORRUPTING POWER OF BRIBE] Speech by Ambassador Li Ming During a handing over ceremony - The Embassy of the People’s Republic of China strongly condemns the recent riot in Honiara, which left Chinatown and other areas in ruins, resulting in huge property loss and social panic. Hundreds of Chinese families, including kids and women were homeless and displaced in distress. The Chinese Embassy extends sincere sympathies to affected Chinese community members. There is no excuse to justify the blatant damage to properties and lives - At this difficult time, China stands firmly with Solomon Islands. We support the government...