A strong passion for international relations and a desire to contribute to global diplomacy has led to Jeffery Junior Maesala undertaking further studies at The University of the South Pacific (USP). The 27-year-old, who grew up on Rennell Island in the Solomon Islands, said his motivation to excel academically was fuelled by the sacrifices witnessed…
THIS INTERVIEW IS BASED ON A RECENT VISIT BY SINU VICE CHANCELLOR TO CHINA Our interview takes the Question & Answer format. Solomon Star: Were you surprised at (a) what you saw; (b) has it changed any pre-conceived idea(s) you might have held of China? and (c) what impresses you the most? VC Response: Thank…
SAFETY concerns at the National Referral Hospital (NRH) in Honiara have been raised a mentally-ill patient reportedly smashed the glass door of the Operating Theatre entrance (old Labor Ward) on Thursday, 26th June 2025. The unfortunate incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday around 5:50am causing fear amongst the nursing officers, patients and guardians.…
THE Australian Government has been acknowledged for its open and transparent approach to development in Solomon Islands. Minister responsible for the Ministry of National Planning and Development Coordination, Honorable Rexson Ramofafia expressed this at the launch of the Australia–Solomon Islands Development Partnership Plan 2024-2029 on Thursday. This deal further strengthened the longstanding partnership between both…
The Australian Government on Thursday officially handed over $60million in funding support to the Ministry of Infrastructure and Development to upgrade some of the road networks in the country.The handing over ceremony was held at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Development premises. Australia’s Minister for Pacific Islands, The Hon Pat Conroy MP handed over the…
More than 300 school leaders and education providers from all provinces across the country are in Honiara for a three days Solomon Islands Principal Conference 2025. The three days conference is being held under the theme “Creating a Better Future for Our Children in Solomon Islands through Transformational Leadership.” It aims to provide a platform…
AS part of Australia’s long term commitment to the Solomon Islands, the Australian Government on Thursday 26th June 2025 officially launched the Australia – Solomon Islands Development Partnership Plan 2024-2029. Australia’s Minister for Pacific Island Affairs Pat Conroy, along with Solomon Islands Minister for National Planning and Development Cooperation Rexon Ramofafia officiated at the ceremony.…
THE Australian Government on Thursday, 26th June has announced a $60million package to upgrade the road networks in Solomon Islands. The announcement is part of Australia’s commitment in listening and responding to Solomon Islands priorities. And one of these priorities is investing in road transport infrastructure to boost economic opportunities for local businesses and create…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele on Wednesday, 25th June met with Australia’s Minister for International Development and the Pacific, Hon. Pat Conroy MP, in Honiara. The meeting has reaffirmed the enduring partnership between Solomon Islands and Australia. The bilateral meeting began with Prime Minister Manele congratulating Minister Conroy and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on…
Director General (DG) of the Pacific Department within the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) is on a five-day visit to the Solomons. Emma Veve who was appointed to the position in late February 2025 arrived in Honiara on Monday and has been visiting a number of projects co-financed and fully funded by ADB. Speaking exclusively with…