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Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape will arrive in Honiara tomorrow for an official visit that underscores the close and enduring ties between the two Melanesian neighbors. Marape is travelling to Solomon Islands to attend the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s “Solomon Islands for Christ” program, one of the country’s largest…
By Georgina Maka’a Prime Minister Matthew Wale will leave for the United States this weekend on an eight-day overseas visit that will also take him to Japan before returning home on 26 July. Wale departs on Sunday following official invitations from the United States and Japanese governments. The visit…
Opposition Leader Manasseh Sogavare has welcomed the Government’s update on its investigation into the controversial 33 unpaid bauxite shipments from West Rennell. Sogavare said the Opposition notes the Government’s confirmation that the examination of records has commenced, relevant authorities have been engaged, and the investigation remains active. “This is the…
China has pledged to deepen its development partnership with Solomon Islands, reaffirming its commitment to align future assistance with the GREAT Coalition Government’s national priorities. The commitment was made during talks in Beijing this week between Foreign Affairs Minister Rick Houenipwela and the Chairman of the China International Development Cooperation…
The Government has defended the independence of its investigation into the controversial 33 bauxite shipments from Rennell Island, rejecting Opposition claims that the inquiry lacks transparency and credibility. In a statement, the Government said the investigation remains active and is being conducted “professionally, impartially and within the ambits of the…
Leader Opposition leader Manasseh Sogavare has demanded an update on the tribunal established to inquire into allegations against suspended Police Commissioner Ian Vaevaso. Sogavare also wants to know who is leading the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF). The Government today announced James Aitorea is the acting Police Commissioner (See…
By Georgina Maka’a Prime Minister promises lower power costs, support for local businesses, and an economy that works for all Solomon Islanders Prime Minister Matthew Wale used this morning’s 48th Independence Day celebrations in Honiara to deliver a clear message economic growth that only benefits the capital is not enough.…
Prime Minister Matthew Wale has strongly condemned China’s ballistic missile test over the Pacific, declaring it was “not the act of a friend” and warning that Pacific nations do not want major powers turning the region into a military testing ground. Speaking in Honiara alongside Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese,…
“Every child’s future will no longer depend on parents’ income.“ by Charley Piringi Prime Minister Matthew Wale has placed Free Education at the very center of the GREAT Coalition Government’s agenda, declaring it not simply a policy but a fundamental statement about the kind of nation Solomon Islands chooses to…
by Charley Piringi Prime Minister Matthew Wale has announced a major shift in how Solomon Islands will handle mental health, bringing services out of distant hospitals and into the communities, schools, and clinics where people live. PM Wale made the statement during the launch of the GREAT Coalition policy document…
