The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Secretary General, Baron Divavesi Waqa, at the opening of the PIF meeting on Monday evening at the National Stadium, acknowledged PIF meeting, stating that the decisions before the leaders this week may have lasting implications on the region. “The decisions before our Leaders this week, as framed through our 2050…
Outgoing Chair and Prime Minister of Tonga, Hon Dr Aisake Valu Eke, delivered his final remarks at the opening ceremony of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM54) in Honiara, urging regional leaders to act decisively for a resilient and integrated Blue Pacific. Addressing Forum leaders, regional delegates, and youth representatives, the Tongan Prime Minister…
The South Choiseul Constituency (SCC) Office has acknowledged the People’s Republic of China (PRC) for its financial assistance of SBD $50,000.00 towards the seaweed farmers in that region following damages to their farms. Member of Parliament (MP) for South Choiseul Constituency Tozen Leokana in a statement said; “on behalf of the affected seaweed farmers of Wagina…
IOS Partners has conducted a second visit to Solomon Islands to provide technical assistance to Solomon Airlines. The Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA) has welcomed the visit as part of government’s supports to ongoing efforts to strengthen the airline’s operational performance, financial sustainability, and strategic planning capabilities, with support from the World Bank under the Second…
Cocoa farmers from Kolotubi and Kolomola in Isabel have successfully completed a training focusing on grafting cocoa plants. The training was conducted by a Research Officer from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL). After the training they proudly demonstrated and showcased their newly grafted cocoa plants. The visit, fully funded by Varivao, provided hands-on…
Acting Customs Comptroller John Lagi has revoked the suspension of sufferance wharves, effective immediately. The suspension was first imposed on 21 August 2025 under the direction of then Minister of Finance and Treasury, Harry Kuma, restricting the unloading of imported goods at sufferance wharves. However, it did not apply to the loading of round logs…
In preparation for the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders Meeting retreat later this week, a number of vehicles have been transported to Noro, Western province. The retreat will be held from Thursday to Friday this week. The vehicles were dispatched with the support of the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) onboard LC Fair King. In…
The Ministry of Police, National Security and Correctional Services (MPNSCS) has acknowledged a generous donation of SBD$150,000 from the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in Honiara to pay for stationery. The donation was formally received by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Ms. Karen Galokale, on Wednesday, 3rd September 2025. The funds are specifically provided to support…
Prime Minister (PM) Jeremiah Manele has described the journey undertaken by the Pacific voyagers as a powerful symbol of Pacific unity and resilience in the face of shared challenges. He uttered this when he warmly welcomed the arrival of the traditional voyaging canoes Tepuke and Uto Ni Yalo at a special ceremony on Monday afternoon. The ceremony was held at the Marine school seafront,…
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, on behalf of Pacific Leaders, welcomed voyagers of Uto Ni Yalo and Tepuke to the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders (PIFL) meeting in Honiara this afternoon – Monday 8th September at the Marine School compound. “This is indeed a memorable event. I’m honoured to be joined here by the Pacific leaders in paying tribute to our sons and…