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Stronger Together: PM Wale And Western Leaders Align On Recovery

Prime Minister of Solomon Islands Matthew Wale, MP and his Cabinet Ministers today held high-level talks with Western Province Premier Billy Veo and his Executive, strengthening ties and reinforcing the government’s commitment to both reform and disaster recovery. Welcoming the Prime Minister and his delegation, Premier Veo acknowledged the significance…

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“You Smiled Through Your Pain”: PM Wale Moved By Choiseul’s Strength After Cyclone Maila

Prime Minister Matthew Wale has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to supporting communities affected by Cyclone Maila in Choiseul Province. During a visit to Saqigae Village in North West Choiseul, the Prime Minister witnessed first hand the extent of damage to homes and school facilities caused by the cyclone. He expressed…

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“We Will Not Forget You”: Prime Minister Wale Assures Choiseul

Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Matthew Wale has assured the Choiseul Provincial Government that his administration remains committed to supporting the people of Choiseul during the recovery efforts. Speaking during a courtesy visit with the Choiseul Premier Harrison Ngosu Pitakaka MPA and his Executive Wednesday, the Prime Minister said the government’s…

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Sogavare Supports affordable Education But Calls For Clarity On Fee-Free Policy

Solomon Islands Leader of the Official Opposition and former Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare has reaffirmed his support for accessible and affordable education for every child in Solomon Islands, while calling on the Government to clearly define what it means by its proposed “fee-free education” policy before asking the country to…

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The Aftermath Of Logging’s Broken Promises: Can Carbon Trading Save Makira’s Last Forests?

by Georgina Maka’a & Ronald Toito’ona Once called Solomon Islands’ least developed province, the logging industry was sold as the catalyst for change for Makira-Ulawa province. Instead, with 75% of loggable trees already harvested, the industry has left a legacy of unfulfilled promises. For decades, Makira-Ulawa has been forgotten by…

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PM Wale To Undertake Reassurance Visit To TC Maila-affected Communities In Western and Choiseul Provinces

Solomon Islands Prime Minister Mathew Cooper Wale will lead a reassurance visit to communities in Western and Choiseul Provinces from 27 to 29 May 2026, following the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Maila. TC Maila has caused severe disruption across parts of the Solomon Islands, with Western and Choiseul Provinces among…

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Solomon Islands NPF Hands Over SBD$160 Million Apartment To Australian High Commission

The National Provident Fund (NPF), has handed over a new apartment complex worth over SBD$160 million to the Australian High Commission this afternoon. The modern facility will house Australian High Commission diplomatic staff and their families, marking a significant investment partnership between the Solomon Islands and Australia. Australian High Commissioner…

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