THE one thing that is clear is that we cannot compare China to any other country in the world, nor compete due to the fact that not all are the same. Having been there for just a week, I would like to share my personal opinion and fresh insights on China – the modernized China…
VILLAGERS of Aisalinga clinic, located in Ward 29 of the Central Kwara’ae electorate in Malaita, are calling on the national government through the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) to urgently address the ongoing drug shortage. Reports indicated that Aisalinga clinic, which serves a significant population along Busutara Road, has been grappling with a prolonged drug shortage that poses…
Citizens of this country have been urged to support local products in the country through purchase of locally produced food produce. Philip Subu President of the Malaita Province Youth Council President issued the appeal after Malaita Taro Company recently launched its frozen taro which is now hitting the domestic market. Based in Auki, Malaita Taro, is a locally registered company supported by taro farmers across the province. They are currently supplying frozen…
Minister for Police National Security & Correctional Services (MPNSCS) Jimson Tanangada attended a ground-breaking ceremony of the China-Pacific Island Training Centre Complex (CPPTC) in Fuzhou, Fujian Police College, on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. This centre will allow Pacific Island countries to send in police officers to attend various training courses in China. Minister Tanangada, when…
By Dr. Raluca Eddon UNDP Today, as we commemorate the International Day of Democracy, Solomon Islands has elected to dedicate the celebration of its 46 years of democracy to the theme ‘Democracy for the people, by the people.’ As the current Resident Representative of UNDP in Solomon Islands, I am honored to reflect on the…
The Ausport-SIRUF National Rugby 7s Championship is set to commence in Honiara on Tuesday evening, 17th Sept 2024, with the opening ceremony and matches to be played from Wednesday 18th to Friday 20th September 2024. Bellona will be participating in both the men’s and women’s competitions this year, and they are putting in strong teams,…
With the ever-growing complexities affecting the global migration landscape, the Solomon Islands is looking forward to strengthening exchanges and cooperation with the People’s Republic of China (PRC) on Migration Management. Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industries, Labour, and Immigration, Riley Mesepitu highlighted this at a recent Sub-Forum on Migration Management and Cooperation in…
TWO persons have been arrested by Auki Police in Malaita for allegedly removing four 100kg bags of dried cocoa beans worth $20, 000. Following a thorough investigation, Police in Auki have arrested and charged the two male suspects, aged 46 and 37. This was in relation to a burglary incident that occurred in Auki on…
The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) is boosting seaweed, tilapia, and sea cucumber farming in the country with special programs to support farmers. These marine commodities are among the ministry’s strategic investment programs aimed at stimulating rural economic growth and food security in the country. Minister of Fisheries Nestor Giro highlighted these investments…
The development of Special Economic Zones and Economic Growth Centers aimed at spreading economic activities around the country remains a top policy priority for the National Government. This policy priority promotes and supports industrial development in the country to attract investors and enhance exports and trade. This will include investing in appropriate technology, provision of…