THE Asian Development Bank (ADB) has provided $5 million in contingent disaster financing to support emergency relief efforts in Vanuatu following the 7.3 magnitude earthquake that struck the capital Port Vila on 17 December. About 14 people died in the quake which caused significant damage to reservoirs, power lines, commercial buildings, embassies, and a hospital.…
ABOUT 13,966 arrivals have been recorded for Solomon Islands for the third quarter of 2024. That’s according to the Solomon Islands National Statistics Office (SINSO) in their report released at the eve of Christmas on Monday 23 December. The report highlights that the total international arrivals of persons for the third quarter of 2024 was…
WHILE many people enjoy the convenience of reliable transport services to return home for Christmas celebrations, those traveling the East Malaita Road faced significant challenges due to the region’s poor road conditions. Certain sections of the road have deteriorated severely, hindering the ability of vehicles to provide dependable transport services. However, more than a week…
The agreement between the Government of the People’s Republic of China and the Government of Solomon Islands on Mutual Visa Exemption for Citizens Holding Ordinary Passports enters into force on Saturday, 28th December, 2024 According to the agreement, citizens holding valid ordinary passports of the People’s Republic of China or Solomon Islands shall be exempted…
In its latest effort to boost Solomon Islands’ tourism and hospitality sector, Australia recently delivered an accredited Customer Care – Hospitality short course to 23 employees of Honiara Hotel. The program, delivered by the Australian Pacific Training Coalition (APTC), is designed to upskill employees, with the goal of enhancing guest satisfaction through improved service delivery.…
Passengers booked for the Lomlom flights operated by Solomon Airlines before Christmas are frustrated and disappointment over repeated cancellations, which has been going on for over a week. Many travellers, including families, have had their holiday plans disrupted, with no clear communication or updates from the airline. “We were excited to visit our relatives for…
THE new seaport terminal in Honiara marks a significant milestone in the nation’s efforts to enhance the movement of passengers and goods and services across the nation. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, in his remarks at the commissioning of the multi-million-dollar facility, highlighted the terminal’s role as a crucial gateway for both trade and community connection.…
IN a move to strengthen the timely payment of revenue from the mining sector, the Isabel Provincial Government has produced a policy paper which will stop short-circuiting the process of conducting mining activities in Isabel. This follows the case of Far East Resources Company Ltd, which San Jorge landowners have accused of short-circuiting the process…
THE new seaport terminal in Honiara marks a significant milestone in the nation’s efforts to enhance the movement of passengers and goods and services across the nation. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, in his remarks at the commissioning of the multi-million-dollar facility on Thursday, 19th December highlighted the terminal’s role as a crucial gateway for both…
Veterinarians Dr Dan Edson and Dr Yushara Wijerathna, from the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s (DAFF), have delivered technical para-veterinary training to Solomon Islands Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) animal health officers Funded under Australia’s AUD 622 million Partnerships for a Health Region initiative, the Australian team delivered technical para-veterinary training to…