SI honoured to chair PIF

SOLOMON Islands says it is honoured to serve as Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), reaffirming its commitment to regional solidarity and Pacific-led solutions to shared challenges. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, who is the current PIF Chair, told Parliament on Wednesday while winding up the sine die motion that the role underscores Solomon Islands’…

Mission to support SIRAP2 rollout

A World Bank’s team visited Solomon Islands from December 1 to 5, 2025 to support the ongoing Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2). Building on the technical visit last month, the team met with the Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MOFT), Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA), Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), Solomon…

Meeting to discuss RSIPF Police Academy

Discussion to progress the implementation of the new flagship Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Police Academy was held on Thursday 18th December in Honiara. Senior officials from the Solomon Islands and Australian Governments came together for the talks. The Police Academy will provide modern facilities and advanced training programs to prepare the RSIFP’s growing…

IOM, MEHRD host workshop to support integration of climate change, human Mobility into education curriculum 

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Solomon Islands hosted a Regional Experience-Sharing Workshop from 9 – 10 December on integrating climate change and human mobility into the national education curriculum of Solomon Islands.  The two-day workshop convened over 30 national and provincial government officials, education stakeholders, schools, domestic partners, and education experts from Solomon Islands, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu and the Republic of Korea. …

FIRST EVER AWARDS NIGHT FOR PORTS STAFF

Solomon Islands Ports Authority (SIPA) successfully hosted its first-ever Staff Awards Night on Saturday, 13 December 2025. This was held alongside the Authority’s annual Christmas Party at the Sports City Dining Hall, KGVI, East Honiara.The event brought together hundreds of Solomon Ports staff from across various departments, providing an opportunity for colleagues to reconnect, enjoy…

Premier Asilaua defends leadership, urges unity

MALAITA Premier Elijah Asilaua has dismissed what he described as recent misconceptions surrounding his leadership, reaffirming his commitment to lawful governance, transparency, and financial accountability during a Provincial Assembly meeting in Auki. Addressing the Assembly, Premier Asilaua said all actions taken under his leadership were within the mandate entrusted to him and in full compliance…

More domestic flights announced, new 14-day advance purchase fares for 2026 announced

Solomon Airlines has announced good news for Christmas and New Year, adding dozens more domestic flights for those reconnecting with family and friends or taking a holiday break this festive season.  At the same time the national carrier has announced a new, year-round ‘14-Day Advance Purchase Fare’, available for travel in 2026 and offering savings…