THE shifting trade dynamics caused by the two-tier tariff regime introduced by the United States carry significant implications for Asia-Pacific and therefore governments across the region must be prepared to deliver tailored support to firms and workers as Global Value Chains (GVCs)evolve, an expert appraisal by the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the…
THE Beijing Opera has welcomed International journalists on a study tour in China for a visit and treated them to a special performance, featuring three of its famous repertoires – The Crossroad, Heavenly Maid Scatters Flowers and Drunken Concubine. The visit made on Monday 28 April was organised with the support of the China International…
Temotu Provincial Government (TPG) has signed a Letter of Agreement with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and European Union (EU) to implement water and sanitation (WASH) projects in five communities this year valued at $600, 000. The deal was sealed as Temotu takes a decisive step toward ensuring improved service delivery for its communities,…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele MP’s growing influence on the global and regional stage is reflected on the surge in courtesy visits received since assuming office as Prime Minister of Solomon Islands. This upward trend reflects the Prime Minister’s successful implementation of the country’s foreign policy, underscoring commitment to fostering positive relationships with all nations,…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has acknowledged ongoing cooperation with Huawei Technologies and the company’s contribution to Solomon Islands’ national efforts to improve connectivity and advance digital development. PM this week met with senior Huawei officials, including Mr. Denny Deng, President of Huawei Asia Pacific Region Carrier Business Group, Mr. Angelo Zhang, CEO of Huawei’s…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele on Thursday paid tribute to his former Deputy Bradley Tovosia, acknowledging his immense contribution to the Government of National Unity and Transformation (GNUT). Hon. Tovosia tendered his resignation as Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Minister of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification on MOnday. Handing over a traditional Chupu as a…
PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele has broken the silence over the looming no confidence motion to be moved against his Government of National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) coalition next Tuesday. His Office issued an advisory to the media fraternity on Thursday afternoon, announcing the event scheduled for Friday 2nd May, exactly one year after he resume…
LIKELY LINE UP FOR NEW COALITION FORMER Prime Minister (PM) Manasseh Sogavare has reportedly accepted his nomination as the Opposition bloc’s candidate for the post of Prime minister when Parliament votes in a new Prime Minister next Tuesday. Disgruntled MPs resigned enmasse earlier this week in preparation for a motion of no confidence in the…
THE increasing involvement of Asian buyers in the beche-de-mer trade in Malaita Outer Islands (MOI) does not go down well with the Luaniua House of Chiefs. The Secretary for the Luaniua House of Chiefs in Lord Howe, Chief Hugo Viauli in an interview with the Solomon Star is urging authorities to take action against these…
The Solomon Islands Council of Trade Unions (SICTU) has issued a firm call to all its affiliated unions and public sector workers to refrain from engaging in or influencing the current political situation involving national leaders. The Council emphasized the critical need for public officers and workers to maintain professionalism, neutrality, and maturity in service…