ESCAP: Shifting trade dynamics bear significant implications for Asia-Pacific region

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…

PM acknowledges Huawei’s support to telecommunication service

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…

SICTU urges members to stay out of politics 

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…

WPG strengthens ties with Fujian Province 

The Western Provincial Government (WPG) has once again welcomed a high-level delegation from China’s Fujian Province in Gizo on Monday. This marked the second official visit since the establishment of a sister-province relationship last year. Leading the delegation was, Hon. Li Dejin, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Fujian Provincial People’s Congress, underscored…

SI, Korea officials discuss Bina Harbour project

Officials from Honiara met with Korea’s Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries and others in Seoul last week to discuss a possible collaboration on the Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant project. Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources Permanent Secretary Dr Christain Ramofafia, Ronald Ivupitu, Chief Engineer Solomon Islands Ports Authority, and Fred Conning, Technical Services Coordinator…