Nice, France — The Solomon Islands has highlighted the vital role of Indigenous knowledge in shaping effective ocean science at the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference held on 9 June 2025. Speaking at an ocean action panel titled INCREASING OCEAN-RELATED SCIENTIFIC COOPERATION, KNOWLEDGE, CAPACITY BUILDING, MARINE TECHNOLOGY AND EDUCATION TO STRENGTHEN THE SCIENCE-POLICY INTERFACE FOR…
NICE, France, — President of the French Republic, His Excellency Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele held a fruitful bilateral meeting, Tuesday, at the margins of the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France. The two leaders discussed a range of key issues of mutual interest, including the ratification of the…
NICE, France, — The Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has met with His Excellency Pham Minh Chinh, Prime Minister (PM) of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, on the sidelines of the United Nations Oceans Conference in Nice, France. The meeting reaffirmed the warm and cordial diplomatic relations between the two countries, which have been in…
NICE, France, — Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has officially deposited Solomon Islands’ instrument of ratification for the Agreement on Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) during the United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France. This marks Solomon Islands’ formal commitment to the protection and sustainable use of marine biodiversity in the high seas — the…
A Community Policing Awareness event was successfully organized by the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) on Saturday, June 7th, the Mbumburu/Vasakena community in West Honiara. The program, which ran from 3pm to 6pm was initiated following requests from the community to increase awareness on various law enforcement topics. Six police officers participated in the…
Mary Daniella Zae Garu has created history as the first female Member of Parliament (MP) for the West Guadalcanal constituency. Her victory came following the by-election held on June 4th 2025. This marks a significant milestone for the region. Mrs. Garu, who is set to take office soon, expressed her commitment to continuing the programs…
Gold Ridge Mining Limited (GRML) has announced the launch of its 2025 Community Development and Support Work Plan. This transformative initiative is designed to improve access to essential services through the installation of solar power systems and Starlink internet connectivity in rural communities. Speaking on the new initiative, GRML Chairman and CEO, Mr. Mingqing Gao,…
NICE, France – SOLOMON Island’s strong commitment to protecting vital blue ecosystems, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangroves has been highlighted at the 3rd United Nations Oceans Conference. Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele emphasized the importance of these ecosystems to the health of the ocean and the wellbeing of coastal communities. He referenced the…
NICE, France, – Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has outlined the government’s ongoing efforts to secure maritime boundaries and strengthen ocean governance amid escalating climate threats at the UN Oceans Conference currently underway in Nice, France. Solomon Islands has finalized and ratified maritime boundary agreements with neighboring countries Australia, France (New Caledonia), Fiji, and Vanuatu,…
NICE, France – The Solomon Islands government has announced a moratorium on deep sea prospecting and mining, reaffirming its commitment to protect the nation’s rich marine environment and support sustainable ocean use. This decision was highlighted by Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele, during his statement at the 3rd United Nations Oceans Conference in Nice, France.…