THE Republic of Finland’s new non-resident Ambassador to Solomon Islands, Arto Haapea has highlighted some potential areas for multilateral and bilateral cooperation between Solomon Islands and Finland despite the regional challenges both countries are facing. Based in Canberra, Australia, Ambassador Haapea was in Honiara last week to present his Letters of Credence to the Governor…
THE Chinese Embassy is continuing to provide crucial assistance to rural communities in the country and the latest recipient is the South New Georgia-Rendova-Tetepari (SNGRT) Constituency in the Western Province. This latest assistance was handed over on Thursday by the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, Cai Weiming to the Constituency Development Officer (CDO),…
Lavukal House of Chiefs underscore importance of the state regaining ownership of LSL as they celebrate Chiefs’ Day In a remarkable occasion of resilience and unity, the people of Russell Islands gathered at Loun Island to celebrate the 22nd Lavukal House of Chiefs’ Day. The 2024 Lavukal House of Chiefs Day celebration was marked with the…
RESIDENTS of Auki town in Malaita province are voicing their frustration over the delayed removal of rubbish in the township, prompting criticism towards the provincial government. Garbage bins at the Auki Central Market and along local streets have been overflowing for nearly a week, raising significant public health concerns. Photos of the uncollected trash have circulated on social…
The Ministry of Finance and Treasury has agreed to maintain two responsible ministers in the State Owned Enterprises (SOE) Amendment Bill 2024. This following concerns raised by key stakeholders, including relevant ministries, agencies, SOEs, and Transparency Solomon Islands. These stakeholders expressed concern over the original proposal to give all authority to the Minister of Finance…
ABOUT 114 students of Tamlan secondary school in West Honiara have been challenged that their future is in their hands therefore they must value their education. School principal Ester Geseni stressed this during the 2024 end year graduation and prize giving ceremony at Rove Police club on Friday. The ceremony brought together families, friends, teachers, and guests…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele MP pays tribute to the outgoing Director General of the Forum Fisheries Agency, FFA, Dr Manumatavai Tupou-Roosen. Speaking during a dinner hosted by the FFA to formally farewell the outgoing Director General, Prime Minister Manele highlighted, that under Dr. Manumatavai’s outstanding leadership, the organisation continues to thrive- contributing to the…
Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) recently represented Solomon Islands at a workshop organised by the Secretariat of Pacific Community (SPC) Food Systems workshop for the Melanesia subregional countries in Port Villa, Vanuatu on 15 October. Other stakeholders also attending the event included the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) Ministry of Fisheries…
Solomon Islands stakeholders came together in Kirakira, Makira recently in its fight to preserve forests assembled to advance discussion on forest carbon initiatives. Supported by the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Solomon Islands Threshold Program (SITHP), in a two-day meeting focused on the province’s ongoing work to protect the forests and tap into voluntary carbon markets. …
NATIONAL carrier Solomon Airlines has announced the suspension of its weekly services to Atoifi, East Kwaio, Malaita due to safety reasons. In a public notice issued on Thursday, Solomon Airlines said, “Effective immediately, Solomon Airlines has suspended all services to Atoifi Airport.” The Airlines attributed safety concerns related to the poor runway condition as the…