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Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) has called on the government to urgently pass a Right to Information (RTI) law, stressing that access to information is a fundamental right, not a privilege. In a statement marking the International Day for Universal Access to Information, TSI reminded leaders that informed citizens are better…
by Charley Piringi A weeklong Pacific Islands Ocean Conference has officially opened in Honiara today. The conference will run from 29 September to 3 October 2025, bringing together governments, scientists, and ocean stakeholders from across the region to advance sustainable ocean management. The event is convened by the Pacific Community…
By Malia Kavai USP Journalism student “West Papua is part of the Pacific,” and the region must bring back West Papua to the Pacific family, says Victor Mambor, veteran Papuan journalist and co-founder of Jubi Media. Over the years, Mambor has reported on Pacific issues in West Papua media, with the…
The Solomon Islands has officially established diplomatic relations with the Principality of Andorra, marking a new chapter in bilateral cooperation. The signing ceremony took place at the Permanent Mission of Andorra to the United Nations in New York, with Peter Shanel Agovaka, Solomon Islands Minister for Foreign Affairs and External…
Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Peter Shanel Agovaka, this week joined Commonwealth counterparts at the 25th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting (CFAMM) at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The meeting was chaired by Samoa’s Deputy Prime Minister, Toelupe Maoiautele Poumulinuku Onesemo, and brought together Foreign Ministers…
The Telecommunications Commission of Solomon Islands (TCSI) has clarified its position on recent public concerns over mobile data pricing, following meetings with Our Telekom, Bemobile, and other stakeholders. In a statement, TCSI said it acknowledged concerns raised by the Leader of Opposition, Matthew Wale, and members of the public, stressing…
Australia Awards are shaping the next generation of leaders in Solomon Islands and across the Pacific, and Atenasi Ata is a shining example. From marine science to law and sustainable development, her journey demonstrates how Australia Awards equip individuals with the skills, networks, and confidence to make a real impact…
Leader of Opposition Matthew Wale says legislative gaps under the Dangerous Drugs Act (DDA) allowing foreigners arrested for Methylamphetamine to walk free is a ‘serious systematic flaw’ in our legal system. The Opposition Leader said serious concerns raised by the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) should be immediately addressed and amendments should be…
Solomon Islands, represented by Foreign Affairs Minister, Peter Shanel Agovaka, participated in the High-Level Summit of the Group of Seven Plus (g7+) during the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The summit was co-hosted by Solomon Islands alongside Sierra Leone, Burundi, Liberia, Democratic Republic…
Construction of key bridges in Malaita Province is advancing steadily under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2). Supported by the World Bank and implemented by the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), these transformative investments are designed to enhance transport connectivity and strengthen climate resilience and safety across…
