The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) has successfully convened its Industry Working Group Roundtable Discussion, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to support private sector development across the country. The meeting brought together all seven industry working groups (IWGs) under SICCI’s umbrella aimed at fostering collaboration and identifying solutions to…
A solemn traditional peace ceremony was held on Wednesday, 21st May at Bulelavata, near Beulah Provincial High School in Roviana Lagoon, Western Province, by the family of Richard Sangula—one of the five men accused in the murder of 24-year-old Stephanus Wainamo. Wainamo, from Napuamarawa village in Bwagarei, South Star Harbour, Makira Ulawa province, was allegedly…
SOLOMON Islands Foreign Minister Peter Shanel Agovaka will join counterparts and representatives from other Pacific Islands Countries (PICs) with diplomatic relations with China for the third China-PICs Foreign Ministers Meeting in China this week. The two-day meeting, to be held on Wednesday 28 May and Thursday 29 May in Xiamen City, Fujian Province. It will…
THREE of the 28 petition cases of National General Elections (NGE) in April 2024 are remaining in the High Court. This comes after the one year deadline of the petition case under the Electoral Act 2018 ends on 31st May. The cases still pending involve Member of Parliament (MP) for Ngella, Choylin Yim Douglas, Member…
THE failure by the Parliament’s air-conditioning system to produce a right cool condition inside the chamber has been raised in parliament on, Thursday 22nd May.Parliament is currently debating the ‘Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Bill 2024’ .The poor air-condition issue was first brought to the Speaker’s attention several weeks ago when Parliament resumed its seating.This week…
The 4th China Medical Team (CMT) successfully organized a special free clinic in Gilbert Camp Community of Honiara, in collaboration with China Police Liaison Team and Solomon Islands Chinese Women’s Association on Saturday. This event not only provided local residents with professional and efficient medical services, but also raised awareness about safety and protection, and…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has reaffirmed the importance of strategic partnerships in supporting Solomon Islands’ national development, as 50 new community infrastructure projects were unveiled on Wednesday evening under the Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnership Programme. Speaking at an awards night hosted by the Australian High Commission, Prime Minister Manele congratulated the newly selected project…
THE fate of a young man accused of committing an indecent act on a 15 year-old girl in West Honiara last year will be known in court on May 27. The defendant, who cannot be named to protect the identity of the alleged victim, faces one count of Indecent Act without Consent. His matter was…
CHINA attaches great importance to its diplomatic relations as it deems it crucial for the building of a community for a shared future for mankind, and also for its own development, prosperity and national security. This was highlighted by the Director General of the Department of Asian Affairs in China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Liiang…
Chargé d’Affaires of the United States (U.S.) Embassy in Honiara William Furnish paid a visit to Auki, Malaita early this week. The visit was conducted on Monday May 19 and Tuesday 20 May allowing him to meet with friends and partners. Not only that but to make new connections in Malaita. During his trip, Chargé…