The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) has officially honoured the first recipients of the Cocoa and Coconut Revolving Fund (CCRF), acknowledging their vital contributions to strengthening the nation’s cocoa and coconut industries. In a ceremony held on Friday, 2 May, MAL Minister Franklyn Derek Wasi personally presented cheque payments to 57 outstanding buyers, traders,…
A two-day review of the first draft regulations for the Constituency Development Funds (CDF) Act 2023 was held last week. The Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) senior management successfully conducted the review. The first draft was produced by the Attorney General’s Chamber (AGC) based on the ‘Drafting Instructions’ prepared and submitted by the MRD. The…
A primary purpose of the Government Vehicle Fleet Management Policy, currently under consultation, is to enhance efficiency, reduce operational costs, and ensure accountability in the management of government fleet assets. Once finalized, the policy will apply to all government ministries, departments, agencies, and affiliated entities that utilize government vehicles, including those with ‘G’ and ‘X’…
ALL Honiara-based schools are suspended their classes on Tuesday in light of the motion of no confidence. This followed requests by all Honiara-based Education Providers, the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development said while issuing the directives. The decision is to ensure the safety of students and staff during tomorrow’s parliament session. Its understood,…
Senior officials from member countries of the Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations (PACER) Plus gathered in Honiara on Monday morning for the opening of a two-day Joint Committee meeting. The meeting is chaired by Collin Beck, Permanent Secretary (PS) of the Solomon Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, and brings together representatives…
THE Government of National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) is forging a long-term development pathway for Solomon Islands through discipline, financial reform, bold infrastructure planning and partnership with trusted donors. This was expressed by Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele at a Press Conference in the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet late Friday. The press conference…
A young man in his late 20s lost his life following a tragic logging accident at Tabriz in North Vella La Vella, Western Province. The incident occurred on Tuesday at the Tomea Logging Camp, operated by SKT Chi Tai Logging Company. The victim, who was working at the site as part of the stevedoring crew…
THE shifting trade dynamics caused by the two-tier tariff regime introduced by the United States carry significant implications for Asia-Pacific and therefore governments across the region must be prepared to deliver tailored support to firms and workers as Global Value Chains (GVCs)evolve, an expert appraisal by the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has acknowledged ongoing cooperation with Huawei Technologies and the company’s contribution to Solomon Islands’ national efforts to improve connectivity and advance digital development. PM this week met with senior Huawei officials, including Mr. Denny Deng, President of Huawei Asia Pacific Region Carrier Business Group, Mr. Angelo Zhang, CEO of Huawei’s…
THE increasing involvement of Asian buyers in the beche-de-mer trade in Malaita Outer Islands (MOI) does not go down well with the Luaniua House of Chiefs. The Secretary for the Luaniua House of Chiefs in Lord Howe, Chief Hugo Viauli in an interview with the Solomon Star is urging authorities to take action against these…