Malaita Eyes Major Push In Agriculture

MALAITA Province is planning to undergo significant push to strengthen its agricultural sector, with backing from international partners. This was revealed last week by Malaita Provincial Secretary Erick George during a press tour organized by the Japanese embassy. Speaking to the media, George highlighted the province’s commitment to agriculture as the backbone of its local…

PM Manele Meets U.S. Deputy Secretary of State at Pacific Agenda Summit

Honolulu, Hawaii, – Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele yesterday met with United States Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on the margins of The Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security, and Shared Prosperity Summit to advance bilateral cooperation and shared regional priorities. Prime Minister Manele expressed appreciation to the Government of the United States for convening the…

Wale says new rule on meth still has gaps

LEADER of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale has raised utter disappointment that there are still gaps in the amendment to the Dangerous Drugs Act for methamphetamine offenders. Hon Wale shared his dissatisfaction when the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) appeared before the Bills & Legislations Committee (BLC) today. The Opposition Leader said he is concerned…

Zaru Hotel Officially Opens in Gizo

The tourism landscape of Gizo, Western Province has reached a significant milestone with the official opening of the Zaru Hotel as part of its phase one development. In a ceremony held on Tuesday 24th February was filled with pride and local celebration, the Proprietor’s wife, Judith Kwan—speaking on behalf of her husband, Chief Jacob Kwan—declared…

Prime Minister Reaffirms Commitment to Melanesian Ocean Reserve 

Honolulu, Hawaii,  – Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele met with ʻAulani Wilhelm, Chief Executive Officer of Nia Tero, in Honolulu, Hawaii on Saturday to advance implementation of the Melanesian Ocean Reserve (MOR). The Melanesian Ocean Reserve is a collaborative regional initiative by the Governments of Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu aimed at protecting and sustainably…