IOS Partners visit to support Solomon Airlines

IOS Partners has conducted a second visit to Solomon Islands to provide technical assistance to Solomon Airlines. The Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA) has welcomed the visit as part of government’s supports to ongoing efforts to strengthen the airline’s operational performance, financial sustainability, and strategic planning capabilities, with support from the World Bank under the Second…

Suspension of sufferance wharves revoked

Acting Customs Comptroller John Lagi has revoked the suspension of sufferance wharves, effective immediately. The suspension was first imposed on 21 August 2025 under the direction of then Minister of Finance and Treasury, Harry Kuma, restricting the unloading of imported goods at sufferance wharves. However, it did not apply to the loading of round logs…

PRC supports RSIPF with stationery for PIF security operations

The Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services (MPNSCS) has acknowledged a generous donation of SBD$150,000 from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in Honiara to pay for stationery. The donation was formally received by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Ms. Karen Galokale, on Wednesday, 3rd September 2025. The funds are specifically provided to support…

PM Manele describes boat voyage as a symbol of ‘unity, resilience’

Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has described the journey undertaken by the Pacific voyagers as a powerful symbol of Pacific unity and resilience in the face of shared challenges. He uttered this when he warmly welcomed the arrival of the traditional voyaging canoes Tepuke and Uto Ni Yalo at a special ceremony on Monday afternoon. The ceremony was held at the Marine school seafront,…

Pacific Leaders continue to arrive

Leaders and senior officials of Pacific Islands Forum member countries continued to arrive in Honiara on Sunday morning ahead of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM54). Those who arrived on Sunday morning included; Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele earlier said that the Government and people of Solomon Islands stand ready to host a successful…