There is a need to be united when dealing with issues and challenges affecting the region given the fluid geo-strategic environment in the region. This was highlighted by the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Secretary General, Baron Divavesi Waqa, at the opening of the PIF meeting on Monday night at the National Stadium. He said, the Pacific is stronger…
The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Secretary General, Baron Divavesi Waqa, at the opening of the PIF meeting on Monday evening at the National Stadium, acknowledged PIF meeting, stating that the decisions before the leaders this week may have lasting implications on the region. “The decisions before our Leaders this week, as framed through our 2050…
Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) Director-General, Noan David Pakop, addressed Pacific Leaders Tuesday morning at the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM54) in Honiara, outlining the region’s achievements in fisheries cooperation and development, while calling for continued vigilance against ongoing challenges. Speaking at the Leaders Dialogue with CROP Heads, Mr Pakop delivered two…
Outgoing Chair and Prime Minister of Tonga, Hon Dr Aisake Valu Eke, delivered his final remarks at the opening ceremony of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM54) in Honiara, urging regional leaders to act decisively for a resilient and integrated Blue Pacific. Addressing Forum leaders, regional delegates, and youth representatives, the Tongan Prime Minister…
Honiara City Council (HCC) through its Waste Management and Control Division has commenced its operations to remove vehicle wreckage that are littering the roadside. The operation starts this afternoon, Tuesday 9th September at Skyline Area, Central Honiara. In a statement, the Waste Management and Control Division said, the HCC team is at the Skyline area to…
The South Choiseul Constituency (SCC) Office has acknowledged the People’s Republic of China (PRC) for its financial assistance of SBD $50,000.00 towards the seaweed farmers in that region following damages to their farms. Member of Parliament (MP) for South Choiseul Constituency Tozen Leokana in a statement said; “on behalf of the affected seaweed farmers of Wagina…
IOS Partners has conducted a second visit to Solomon Islands to provide technical assistance to Solomon Airlines. The Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA) has welcomed the visit as part of government’s supports to ongoing efforts to strengthen the airline’s operational performance, financial sustainability, and strategic planning capabilities, with support from the World Bank under the Second…
Cocoa farmers from Kolotubi and Kolomola in Isabel have successfully completed a training focusing on grafting cocoa plants. The training was conducted by a Research Officer from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL). After the training they proudly demonstrated and showcased their newly grafted cocoa plants. The visit, fully funded by Varivao, provided hands-on…
Continious strong wind currently affecting Western Province since the past weeks have disrupted farmers and market vendors from the nearby islands to avoid traveling to Gizo. As a result, there is a low turnout of vendors at the town’s main market. The rough sea conditions have prevented small craft operators and rural farmers from traveling into Gizo to sell their produce. Vendors who normally…
With the spring is arriving Solomon Airlines has helped to kick off the new season, by announcing a ‘Super Springtime Sale’ by offering air fare specials on selected international routes. In a statement, Solomon Airline said, the sale fares are 20% off Solomon Airlines best available regular year-round economy fares. The special runs from 9th September until 15 October…