The opposition, led by Ishmael Kalsakau, tabled the motion of no-confidence, citing discontent with a raft of government policies.
However, Mr Salwai still has a strong majority of support in parliament, almost two years into his stint in charge of Vanuatu's government. Mr Salwai is now Vanuatu's longest-serving prime minister since the Ham Lini government of 2004-2008.
