Nathaniel Waena

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Sir Nathaniel Rahumaea Waena GCMG, CSI, KStJ has been the Governor-General of the Solomon Islands since July 7, 2004. He had been elected by that country's parliament on June 15, 2004, with 27 of 41 votes, compared to 6 for incumbent Sir John Lapli and 8 for former Prime Minister, Sir Peter Kenilorea.

Sir Nathaniel was knighted soon after assuming office and later awarded the Solomon Island Cross (CSI).

Preceded by
Sir John Lapli
Governor-General of the Solomon Islands
2004 – present
Incumbent