SI deposits instrument of ratification for high seas biodiversity deal

NICE, France,  — Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has officially deposited Solomon Islands’ instrument of ratification for the Agreement on Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) during the United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France. This marks Solomon Islands’ formal commitment to the protection and sustainable use of marine biodiversity in the high seas — the…

SI reaffirms commitment to protect blue ecosystems

NICE, France –  SOLOMON Island’s strong commitment to protecting vital blue ecosystems, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangroves has been highlighted at the 3rd United Nations Oceans Conference. Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele emphasized the importance of these ecosystems to the health of the ocean and the wellbeing of coastal communities.  He referenced the…

SI advances maritime sovereignty efforts amid climate change challenges

NICE, France, – Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has outlined the government’s ongoing efforts to secure maritime boundaries and strengthen ocean governance amid escalating climate threats at the UN Oceans Conference currently underway in Nice, France. Solomon Islands has finalized and ratified maritime boundary agreements with neighboring countries Australia, France (New Caledonia), Fiji, and Vanuatu,…

Moratorium on deep sea mining announced 

NICE, France – The Solomon Islands government has announced a moratorium on deep sea prospecting and mining, reaffirming its commitment to protect the nation’s rich marine environment and support sustainable ocean use.  This decision was highlighted by Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele, during his statement at the 3rd United Nations Oceans Conference in Nice, France.…

Boyers’ double pushes tally to eight

Two goals from Rovu Boyers over the weekend has increased his goal tally to eight in the Football South Australia (FSA) State League One. The Solomon Islands soccer player scored two goals in West Adelaide’s 5-1 win over Pontian Eagles on Saturday. Boyers displayed outstanding performance scoring two back-to-back goals in quick succession – a…