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by Georgina Maka’a  Minister of Finance and Treasury Gordon Darcy Lilo has praised the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) for its role in keeping the economy stable and serving the nation with dedication. Speaking at CBSI’s 50th anniversary celebration, Lilo said 50 years is a milestone worth celebrating –…
by Georgina Maka’a Finance Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo has called for the return of the National Bank of Solomon Islands (NBSI). He was speaking today at the 50th anniversary of the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI). NBSI was established in 1981as a joint-venture between the Commonwealth Bank of Australia…
Prime Minister Matthew Wale says he wants to see the high cost of telecommunications in Solomon Islands reduced to a level people can afford. He also wants to see improved telecommunications services across the country. Wale made his position clear when he met with the board and management of Our…
The Minister of Finance and Treasury, Hon. Gordon Darcy Lilo, has ordered the termination of all Memoranda of Understanding relating to tax exemptions in the mining, forestry, and fisheries sectors, effective immediately. A statement from the Ministry said the move closes fiscal loopholes and ensures all tax exemptions comply with…
By Georgina Maka’a Prime Minister Matthew Wale intends to hold regular dialogue with commercial bank executives to discuss issues of concern. Wale made his intention known when he met Governor of the Central Bank of Solomon Islands Dr Luke Forau today. The prime minister told Forau he was concerned…
By Ednal Palmer The Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) has unveiled the design concept for its new multi-million dollar headquarters and announced the commencement of procurement processes for what is expected to become one of the country’s most significant institutional infrastructure developments. The announcement was made by CBSI Board…
Solomon Islanders must be active partners in development, not passive observers of government, Governor-General Sir David Tiva Kapu declared during celebrations marking the 77th Official Birthday of His Majesty King Charles III at the National Stadium in Honiara last Friday. “Democracy is not a spectator sport,” the Governor-General said. “The…
by Charley Piringi Prime Minister Mathew Wale describes the labour mobility programs like Australia’s PALM and New Zealand’s Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) as valuable temporary opportunities that must eventually transition into a stronger domestic economy rather than serving as a permanent fix for unemployment in the country. Speaking on the…
by Georgina Maka’a Opposition leader Manasseh Sogavare has urged Attorney General Gabriel Suri to stand aside from current investigations into the controversial 33 shipments of bauxite. The Government initiated the investigation, and Suri has ordered the Director of Mines, Christa Tatapu, to provide all documents relating to the shipments. The…
by Ofani Eremae Attorney General Gabriel Suri says he was not involved in the operational aspects of Asia Pacific Investment Development (APID)’s mining activities or the shipment of bauxite from West Rennell when he acted as the company’s lawyer. Suri made the comments as he ordered the Director of Mines…
