The Minister of National Planning and Development Coordination (MNPDC) has solidified Solomon Islands development cooperation with Japan through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). This followed a meeting by Minister Rexon Ramofafia with the visiting JICA Senior Vice President Hataeda Mikio. In a meeting on Monday 21st October, Minister Ramofafia expressed deep appreciation for JICA’s long…
The Leader of Opposition Matthew Wale has called on the RSIPF to urgently provide an update on the status of the criminal investigations into the Economic Stimulus Package (ESP) report. Wale noted that since the release of the report, the public has been left in the dark regarding the progress of investigations, as the RSIPF…
The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) is appealing to vehicle owners to come forward and report damages to their vehicles. Police made this call in light of reports circulating on social media of vehicles being targeted in relation to abduction reports in Honiara. RSIPF Commissioner, Mostyn Mangau said, the RSIPF is aware of the…
The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) is appealing to social media users to be mindful and responsible when posting things on social media. The RSIPF in a statement said posting deliberate false information on social media will only cause more panic and fear in communities. Police made this appeal as more social media accounts posted…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has witnessed the inauguration of the new President of the Republic of Indonesia, His Excellency Prabowo Subianto on Sunday morning, 20th October 2024. He was amongst all the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) leaders that graced the ceremony. The inauguration brought together leaders from around the world. For the MSG, the leaders…
Honiara City Council (HCC) has received a significant boost to its waste management efforts, courtesy of the CAUSE Project. The essential tools were handed over on Thursday 17th October 2024 which are aimed at improving the cleanliness and environmental hygiene of the city. The contribution package comprises of 100 wheely bins, 2000 plastic bags, 80 garden…
The Solomon Islands’ stance on West Papua is rooted in dialogue and consultation rather than confrontation. Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele told media before departing for Indonesia on Thursday. PM Manele, along with other Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) leaders, was invited to attend the inauguration of Indonesia’s new President, Prabowo Subianto, and Vice President, Gibran…
The Government of National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) is reviewing the State-Owned Enterprises (Amendment) Bill 2024 following strong reservations raised by stakeholders and various ministries. Several ministries, State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), and other stakeholders who appeared before the Bills and Legislation Committee expressed concerns about how the Bill was drafted. A key issue is the proposed…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has officially endorsed the Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Peter Shanel Agovaka, to lead the Solomon Islands delegation at the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Apia, Samoa. The meeting is scheduled to take place from October 25–26. Speaking to the media on Thursday, Prime Minister…
The Solomon Islands lack sufficient data for effective ocean management, despite possessing a vast 1.5 million square kilometers of Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), according to Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Peter Shanel Agovaka. Speaking during a reception celebrating the Solomon Islands’ unique biodiversity and the launch of Pristine Seas’ research expedition at Wate…