Loughman had requested the dissolution after some Parliamentarians led by the Opposition said they would move a motion of no confidence in the Prime Minister.
Loughman called on all Vanuatu citisens to respect the decision.
Yesterday afternoon, President Vurobaravu signed an Instrument of Dissolution of Parliament less than 24-hours before an Extraordinary session of Parliament to discuss the motion of no confidence.
According to the President, the decision was taken on the advice of the Council of Ministers.
