PRIME Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has criticised the Leader of Opposition Matthew Wale over his silence on the recent reports of kidnapping in Honiara. In a press conference on Friday 25 October, PM Manele, who was in Indonesia for the presidential inauguration when the alleged kidnap situation reached its peak, said the allegations exposed children and families…
PM brags of establishing ‘rare’ international relationship between Honiara and Jakarta, believes it will translate into tangible economic benefits in next few years PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele says his visit to Indonesia has opened a new door of ‘rare’ international relationship between Honiara and Jakarta. He said he believes this ‘rare’ international relationship will translate…
SOLOMON Islands Government (SIG) is keen to see the European Union (EU) restore its presence in Solomon Islands after the latter closed its office in Honiara six years ago due to a shift in the organisation’s development cooperation programme. The Canberra-based new ambassador of the Republic of Finland to Solomon Islands, Arto Haapea told Solomon…
THE Tu’o Gospel Church community in the Aoke-Langalanga Constituency in Malaita Province are the latest recipients of community assistance provided by the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China. The assistance donated to this community included one generator, one Outboard Motor engine, two sewing machines, 40 solar lights, 100 T-shirts and 100 shorts. The Chinese…
THE Office of the Auditor General has engaged an international accounting firm to audit the estimated $2.5 billion Pacific Games hosted in Honiara in 2023. Auditor General David Dennis confirmed to Solomon Star that his office has engaged KPMG as contract auditors to undertake a financial statement audit and a special audit of the Pacific…
THREE key officers who will ensure projects and plans of Gizo/Kolombangara constituency are implemented smoothly have been revealed. Member of Parliament (MP) for the constituency Jimson Tanangada on Wednesday 23rd October publicly declared the names of the officers when he officially launched the four years constituency rural development policy road map at the provincial capital.…
Students, teachers and parents of Mbokonavera Community High School (CHS) in Central Honiara successfully staged their annual graduation and prize giving day on Thursday. The event held at the St. Barnabas Cathedral Hall was marked based on the theme: ‘Strive for better future through Education.’ School Principal Agnes Te’e reflected on the key message from…
A new Regional Fisheries Surveillance Centre will soon be built at the Honiara based Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA). This was marked by a ground-breaking ceremony on Friday. Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele was FFA’s guest of honour for the ground-breaking ceremony. In his keynote address, Prime Minister Manele said this new centre once completed will…
Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (SICCI) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) had a fruitful discussion with the Melanesia Spearhead Group (MSG) Director General (DG). This was during a courtesy visit to DG Leonard Louma [OBE] during his recent trip to Port Vila, Vanuatu. James Dolarii took the opportunity to discuss with Mr. Louma about…
Solomon Islands attended the 28th Meeting of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Council in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Thursday, October 24th 2024. Solomon Islands Ambassador to UAE, His Excellency Cornelius Walegerea acknowledged IRENA for their ongoing support for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) like Solomon Islands. At the same time, he calls on…