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by Charley Piringi Pacific youths have urged Forum leaders to transform commitments into concrete action, calling for climate justice, peace, and stronger partnerships as the Pacific Islands Forum commemorated the Blue Pacific Ocean of Peace Declaration in Honiara today. Speaking on behalf of young people across the region, youth representative…
Decking: When COVID-19 struck Solomon Islands in 2020, it sent shockwaves through an already fragile economy, cutting off trade, tourism, and jobs. In response, the Sogavare-led DCGA government turned to what it believed could drive a quick economic recovery: mining. Key Points– Siruka nickel mine approved under “fast-tracking policy,” sparking…
Williamina Barile, an Australia Awards alumna with a Bachelor of Laws from Monash University, has returned to the Solomon Islands from an international law conference with a renewed commitment to championing Pacific perspectives in global legal discussions. Funded by the Australian Government through Australia Awards, Williamina recently participated in the…
by Charles Piringi Central Guadalcanal MP Peter Shanel Agovaka recently raised concerns in Parliament over ongoing illegal mining practices at the Gold Ridge mine site, accusing both the investor and government ministries of failing landowners. Shanel, talking on behalf of communities directly affected by mining, claimed illegal gold panning at…
by Georgina Maka’a French Polynesia has been given the right to host the 10th Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers Forum (PWWM) in 2026. This came following the successful two-day 9th PWWM Forum that concluded yesterday in Honiara – attended by 11 ministers and three ministerial representatives from across the Pacific…
by Georgina Maka’a Water is not just a resource – it is life itself. For our island nations, water defines survival, well-being, and development. These were the words of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Mines, Energy, and Rural Electrification (MMERE), Dr Chris Vehe, when speaking at the opening…
Pacific Leaders and Partners concluded Apia Climate dialogue with commitment to Stronger Action on Climate Loss, Damage, and Resilience by Ednal PalmerIn Apia, Samoa Pacific nations have closed a week of landmark climate talks in Apia, Samoa, with a united call for increased global support and decisive regional action to…
by Ednal PalmerIn Apia, SamoaPacific nations are stepping up efforts to embrace electric mobility as part of a broader drive to cut emissions, reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels, and advance sustainable transport solutions tailored to island realities.The call to accelerate e-mobility came during the climate ‘Unlocking mitigation’ discussions in…
by Charley Piringi Paramount Chief Walton Naezon has made a strong appeal to illegal gold panners at the Gold Ridge mine site on Central Guadalcanal to vacate the pits immediately. He warned that their activities are disrupting preparations for a major expansion of the mine’s operations. Speaking during the groundbreaking…
By Ednal PalmerIn Apia, Samoa Pacific Islands countries are urged to walk together in the Climate induced Loss and Damage fight. Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Climate Change Director Tangaloa Cooper when officially closing the the two day dialogue held in Apia Samoa told delegates from teh…
