Solomon Islands this week participated in the International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion (ICJAO), oral hearings in the Hague, Netherlands. The United Nations Resolution 77/276 that was passed unanimously by the General Assembly, on the 29th of March 2023, requested the International Court of Justice to provide an advisory opinion on the Obligations of States […]
In an incredibly and hard-fought Sevens final in Honiara, Samoa won over Fiji in an unforgettable clash that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The two Pacific powerhouses faced off in a nail-biting final of the 2024 Oceania Rugby Sevens Championship that saw both teams battling relentlessly from the opening whistle. Fiji’s development
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Fiji has won in the 2024 Oceania Rugby Sevens Women’s Championship, securing a hard-fought 14-5 victory over Samoa in a thrilling final. The match showcased Fiji’s strength and experience, with both teams delivering an intense display of skill and athleticism. From the start, the Fijian team set the pace with their powerful running and quick
The 2024 Oceania Rugby Sevens Championship ended an exciting Day 1 of competition, showcasing incredible talent and fierce determination from all the teams involved. Held at the National Stadium in Honiara, the tournament marks a historic moment as it is the first time the prestigious event was hosted in the Solomon Islands capital. The host
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$4.8M for Agricultural Sector Finance Minister Hon. Sogavare presented the 2025 budget of $4.8 billion under the theme “Accelerating Accountable and Transformative Investments: A Pathway Towards A Resilient and Sustainable Economy.” He emphasized the government’s focus on economic transformation, especially in the agriculture sector. Key plans include exporting 15-20 tons of fresh pineapples bi-monthly to
Cynthia Houniuhi, a young Solomon Islander and the president of the Pacific Island Students Fighting Climate Change (PISFCC), has become a powerful voice on the global stage. Recently, she delivered an impactful speech at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) hearings in The Hague, Netherlands, as part of the advisory proceeding on states’ international obligations
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Work has officially started on the construction of the Su’u Harbour and Bira Bridges in Malaita Province. The construction is being undertaken with financial support from the World Bank under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2) and is being implemented by the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID). The civil works are being
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On Tuesday 2 December 2024, at the Mendana Hotel. Women in Law and Justice Sector launch their Training Manual in Law and Justice Basic Gender, Power Relations and Violence against Women. Women in Law and Justice Working Group and the ASIPJ GEDSI Team have been working with women across the law and justice sector on
Visale, 6th December 2024 — The Daughters of Mary Immaculate (DMI) successfully concluded their 13th General Chapter today at the DMI Sisters Convent in Visale, marking a significant moment for the congregation. Sr. Goreti Iramata DMI was re-elected as Mother General, continuing her leadership from the previous term that began in 2020. The election process,
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As Solomon Islands’ number one economic partner, Australia has announced the provision of an additional SBD22 million in budget support to the Solomon Islands Government, bringing the total of Australia’s general budget support for 2024 to around SBD82 million. A direct funding agreement was signed on Thursday 28 November by the Minister for Finance and
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