WHEN people hear the term democracy, they automatically think of the western characteristics-based democracy or liberal democracy as it is the common democratic system there is in the world. But there is also the Chinese-style democracy. This form of democracy is deeply influenced by China’s own long history, and rich people-centered culture and it has…
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Department of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) has finished delivering world-class Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) training to international partners. The International Mine Action Standards (IMAS) EOD Level 2 course was conducted at Hells Point for 9 weeks for students from the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) and Papua…
Pope Robert Prevost is the new Chief Shepherd to lead the billions of Catholics Worldwide. The College of Cardinals has elected Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. The election took place in the Sistine Chapel, following the traditional conclave. The newly elected Pontiff has chosen the name Pope…
Solomon Islands soccer defender Javin Wae is expected to start for Campbelltown City when they take on second placed Adelaide City on Friday 9th May in the South Australia (SA) National Premier League (NPL) round nine match. Wae returned from injury to feature for Campbelltown in their 2-1 victory over third place Adelaide United last…
The British High Commission in Solomon Islands on Thursday 8th May celebrated Victory in Europe (VE) Day 80 years on from when the Second World War ended in Europe. Held at the High Commissioner’s official residence at Tanuli in Honiara, the brief ceremony involved the laying of wreathes by invited guests, including the Governor General…
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources on Thursday released prices for local sales and export prices for beche-de-mer products. This came weeks after lifting a ban on the harvesting and trade of beche-de-mer. Beche-de-mer harvesting was banned for more than two years to protect stocks of the endangered sea cucumber. When the ban proved…
The Sub-Regional Coordinator of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Mr Solomon Kantha presented his Letters of Credentials to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Peter Shanel Agovaka this week. Mr. Kantha assumes the role with coordinating responsibilities across the Pacific region, including Cook Islands, Fiji, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tokelau,…
POLICE investigation into the Economic Stimulus Package (ESP) is underway with several statements being taken to lead the investigation. Police Commissioner Mostyn Mangau revealed that they have received the referrals of the ESP audit report from the Auditor General and are now inviting people for examination and question. He made this disclosure when asked by…
The construction of the country’s first dedicated vehicle test lane will begin shortly, marking a significant milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to modernize land transportation services and enhance road safety.The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) announced in a statement on Thursday. Currently, this vehicle inspection technology is stored at the mechanical compound, pending the…
A 28-year-old man has been sentenced to two years and six months imprisonment for wounding a 37-year-old man with a bush knife in Isabel province recently. RSIPF Commissioner Mostyn Mangau said the victim and someone were sitting on a boat, sharing stories while waiting for another person, when the incident happened. Commissioner Mangau said while…