Warn people to discourage handout mentality
THE renowned portrayal of our national leaders as ‘finance managers’ instead of legislators, has been reiterated in Parliament as a reminder for Members of Parliaments (MPs) to reorganize their responsibilities.
Delivering the ‘speech from the throne’ address to open the second sitting of the 10th Parliament, Governor General Sir Frank Kabui told the full chamber, people hold envious confidence in their leadership abilities and capabilities.
“…to provide sound guidance and clear vision, not as micro-scale project managers, but as national legislators,” Sir Frank said.
He then reminded MPs of the country’s national slogan.
“May I respectfully draw your attention, as a reminder, to the spirit and letter of our national motto, as you commence your journey of four years – ‘To Lead Is To Serve’.
“May you lead our people and country forward, with due diligence, vision and wisdom, to the shores of peace, tranquility and prosperity.
“In the spirit of national unity, the Government recognizes the importance of our people, in nation building.
“We are all one people and belong to one nation.
“We are graciously endowed with a wealth of diverse cultures, abundant natural resources, sound religious heritage and enumerable talents in our youths, the strength of our country.
“It is incumbent on us to play a positive and lasting role as custodians of our resources and natural wealth.
“More importantly, we have a responsibility to impart the right virtues to our youths and the children of our motherland.
“They in their turn are to teach their children, who will come after them. The Government is determined to improve the economy, provide good governance at all levels and improve livelihoods of all Solomon Islanders.
“The Solomon Islands Government firmly believes that the way forward, would be achieved, by implementing good policies and empowering our people to be engaged in productive activities and absorbed in gainful employment.
By EDNAL PALMER
