PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele has expressed Solomon Islands interest in establishing a reciprocal visa arrangement with Hapan for ordinary passport-holders, saying this will further strengthen the people-to-people relations between the two countries. PM Manele articulated this in his bilaterial meeting with his Japanese counterpart Kishida Fumio at the margins of the 10th Japan Pacific Allies…
THE Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) has clarified the status of seven clinical doctors whose employment contracts have lapsed, saying four of them had their three months extension approved, whilst the reengagement of the other three will be sorted out next week. The clarification issued yesterday was prompted by various comments on this…
THE Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources officially launched two key national marine species management plans for crocodile and turtle in Honiara on Wednesday. This is part of the ministry’s signifying ongoing efforts to protect and manage its saltwater crocodile and marine turtle populations, a statement issued by the Government Communication Unit said. Fisheries Minister…
Australia has formally handed over information, communications and technology (ICT) equipment to Solomon Islands Immigration Division (SIID) to support strong and secure borders. Australian Border Force (ABF) gifted laptops, desktops and other accessories to be used primarily in the outposts in Munda and the new immigration office in Auki. This will ensure the efficient application…
Gordon Iro, the 19-year-old central defender from the Solomon Islands, has been a standout player for Real Kakamora in the Telekom S-League (TSL) and recently represented his country in the OFC Men’s U19 Championship. Despite his team’s valiant effort, Solomon Islands fell just short of qualifying for the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile in…
TULAGI’S main market officially reopened following Australian-funded refurbishments, revitalising the Central Province capital with a more functional, accessible and climate resilient market. The market refurbishment was officially handed over by the Minister of Infrastructure Development, Manasseh Maelanga, the Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Franklyn Derek Wasi, and the Premier for Central Province, Michael Salini, together…
THE Member of Parliament for Shortland Islands Constituency in Western Province and Minister for Home Affairs, Isikeli Junior Vave has highlighted importance of investing in the education and healthcare sectors. The first term Parliamentarian is concerned about the welfare of Solomon Islanders and wants greater government focus on these two social sectors. He expressed his…
Sogavare’s counsel intends to file application to strike out the election petition filed by defeated CARE candidate Qurusu if the latter fails to give answers that satisfy the elements of bribery as alleged by July 27 THE counsel acting for the former Prime Minister and current Minister of Finance and Treasury Manasseh Sogavare intends to…
THE Member of Parliament (MP) for West New Georgia, George Temahua has encouraged 102 apprentices, who enrolled for the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) for Apprenticeship National Training (NAT) program, to make use of the opportunity because they are the fortunate ones for having secured government sponsorship. He made the encouragement at a ceremony to…
THE Malaita Provincial Government through its Town Council Department is progressing its crucial campaign for a green and healthy Auki setting by installing new rubbish wheelie bins along the streets of Auki this week. The new setup is part of the Premier Asilaua-led government’s commitment to keep Auki clean in preparation for the Malaita Provincial…