The Santa Cruz (Lata) Airfield Runway Pavement project successfully completed the Phase 1 of runway test flight on the afternoon of 10 August 2025. The project is jointly led by Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA), Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project 2 (SIRAP 2) support Team and the Egis (consultant), and constructed by China Harbour Engineering Company(CHEC), During the test,…
In preparation for the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders Meeting retreat later this week, a number of vehicles have been transported to Noro, Western province. The retreat will be held from Thursday to Friday this week. The vehicles were dispatched with the support of the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) onboard LC Fair King. In…
The Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services (MPNSCS) has acknowledged a generous donation of SBD$150,000 from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in Honiara to pay for stationery. The donation was formally received by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Ms. Karen Galokale, on Wednesday, 3rd September 2025. The funds are specifically provided to support…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has described the journey undertaken by the Pacific voyagers as a powerful symbol of Pacific unity and resilience in the face of shared challenges. He uttered this when he warmly welcomed the arrival of the traditional voyaging canoes Tepuke and Uto Ni Yalo at a special ceremony on Monday afternoon. The ceremony was held at the Marine school seafront,…
Dear Editor – I write to highlight a crucial issue concerning— the fundamental right of every child to attend school and receive a quality education in the Solomon Islands. Education is a cornerstone for personal development and national progress. Yet, many children in the Solomon Islands face significant barriers preventing them from accessing school. These challenges…
Spouses of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders took time on Monday to visit the National Art Gallery in Honiara as part of the official program for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting engaging with local artisans and traditional crafts in a celebration of Solomon Islands cultural heritage. Hosted by Madam Jocelyn Manele, spouse of…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele, speaking as the Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLMS) at the Pacific ACP meeting on Monday urged regional unity and global recognition of Pacific priorities. In a speech that underscored climate justice, equitable financing, and strengthened representation on the world stage, Prime Minister Manele further highlighted recent achievement including…
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, on behalf of Pacific Leaders, welcomed voyagers of Uto Ni Yalo and Tepuke to the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders (PIFL) meeting in Honiara this afternoon – Monday 8th September at the Marine School compound. “This is indeed a memorable event. I’m honoured to be joined here by the Pacific leaders in paying tribute to our sons and…
Pacific Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have called on incoming Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Chair and Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Jeremiah Manele, to honour past commitments on West Papua. In an open letter addressed to Prime Minister Manele, PIF leaders, Secretary-General Baron Waqa, CROP agencies, and United Nations human rights bodies, the CSOs urged Indonesia to…
Pacific Islands women continue to persist in addressing political issues surrounding peace and security, and forum leaders are being called upon to recognize and affirm their contributions. At a NGO and civil society round-table and media Q&A session over the weekend, Sharon Bhagwan-Rolls, a prominent Pacific feminist known for her work at the intersection of gender,…