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by Ednal Palmer New British High Commissioner to Solomon Islands Paul Robert Turner today met and briefed members of the local media on the work of the United Kingdom (UK) in the Solomon Islands and some of his key priorities. Turner, who is also the non-resident High Commissioner to the Republic of Nauru,…
The first three community infrastructure projects, that will benefit over 81,000 people across Isabel, Malaita and Western provinces, have been announced under the Australian Government’s REnew Pacific investment. REnew Pacific is a new SBD402 million (AUD75 million) investment in off-grid renewable energy for rural and remote communities across the Pacific…
Congratulations Choiseul and the Lauruan people on your Second Appointed Day!Australia’s partnership with Choiseul Province is stronger than ever. Over the past five years, we have invested in infrastructure, education, health, economic growth, and disaster resilience—helping communities stay connected, safe, and prosperous. Australia is Solomon Islands’ largest and most enduring…
by Ronald Toito’ona The Honiara Summit on Sustainable Fisheries officially concluded with a renewed commitment from Pacific leaders to achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14.4—ensuring the sustainability of fisheries resources. The three-day summit brought together government representatives, regional fisheries organizations, and international partners, all focused on addressing the challenges in…
by Ednal Palmer WEST Honiara Member of Parliament Namson Tran has been cleared of election bribery allegations filed through an election petition after last April’s national General Elections. Solomon Islands High Court Judge and Chief Justice Sir Albert Palmer struck out the election petition case today on the basis that the…
by Ronald Toito’ona Solomon Islands is taking a major step toward sustainable fisheries development with its proposed Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant Project, aligning with the goals of the East New Britain Initiative (ENBi). Speaking at a Sustainable Fisheries Development Initiatives side event during the Honiara Summit this week, Lisa…
Papua New Guinea (PNG) Prime Minister James Marape has pledged 5 million Kina to assist the Solomon Islands in hosting the Pacific Islands Leaders Forum this year. The announcement came during a bilateral meeting with Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele at the Honiara Summit 2025. During their discussions, the…
by Georgina Maka’a Minister of Communication and Aviation (MCA), Fredrick Kologeto, is finally addressing a report on alleged fraudulent spending by the head of the Telecommunications Commission of Solomon Islands (TCSI), Calvin Ziru. Kologeto had been sitting on the report for the past seven months since it was submitted to…
by Ronald Toito’ona The urgent call for regional cooperation in managing the Pacific’s vast marine resources took center stage at the Honiara Summit this week, where leaders and experts gathered to reaffirm their commitment to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14.4: achieving sustainable fisheries. Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele and…
Pacific island workers in Australia under a working visa scheme will have to wait nine months longer for changes that would boost their wages. Workers from 10 countries can come to Australia and be employed across a range of sectors including agriculture and meat processing to fill labour gaps under…
