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The Ministry of Rural Development (MRD), in partnership with the East Malaita Constituency (EMC) Office and communities, on the 4th of July celebrated the grand opening and official handover of the highly anticipated Aufasu-Namoia road infrastructure project. This road historically connects the East Kwara’ae to the East Kwaio Communities along the Kwaibaita River. This transformative […]

Australia is boosting Solomon Islands Customs and Excise Division (SICED) civil maritime security capability through the gifting of three new Yamaha boats to better monitor and protect Solomon Islands border. This support is being delivered under Australia’s SBD$11.5million capability uplift program being delivered by the Australian Border Force (ABF) and the United Nations Office on

The twenty-eight (28) women participants received their certifications for successfully completing the four-day Solomon Islands Senior Executive Women in Leadership Program during a networking event on Friday 4 July 2025 at the Heritage Park Hotel. Thursday 10 July, Honiara – The Women in Executive Leadership Solomon Islands (WELSI) have successfully delivered its first Solomon Islands

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Peter Shanel Agovaka, MP, received a courtesy call from the Minister for Petroleum and Mineral Resources of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, H.E. Mr. Francisco da Costa Monteiro, on 8th July 2025. Minister Agovaka warmly welcomed Minister Monteiro and his delegation, and expressed appreciation for the

The 47th Independence Anniversary of Solomon Islands should have been a time of celebration and pride. Instead, this year’s events have been overshadowed by the disappointing actions of a few young men who chose to steal national flags along the main road towards the national stadium in East Honiara. The flags were part of the

GIZO, WESTERN PROVINCE — The Solomon Islands Government has officially opened the newly refurbished Gizo Police Station, Western Provincial Police Headquarters, and a dedicated small boats facility, in a move hailed as a major advancement for law enforcement and community safety in the Western Province. The upgraded infrastructure, delivered under the Solomon Islands–Australia Defence Cooperation

The Minister of Education and Human Resources Development, Hon. Tozen Leokana, joined Solomon Islands nationals in Beijing on Monday evening to celebrate the country’s 47th Independence Anniversary. The commemorative dinner was hosted by the Solomon Islands Embassy in Beijing. The Ambassador of Solomon Islands to the People’s Republic of China, His Excellency Barrett Salato, warmly

Students and teachers from Choiseul Bay School had a unique opportunity to experience the workings of democracy up close during their visit to the National Parliament of Solomon Islands today. Far more than just a tour, the visit gave students a meaningful introduction to the nation’s legislative process and the vital role Parliament plays in

Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele officially launched the theme and logo for the upcoming 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting, set to take place in Honiara from 8th to 12th September 2025. The launch took place this afternoon at the SINU Panatina Ground and as part of the ongoing National Trade Fair Program. The official

LOFUNG, WESTERN PROVINCE — The Solomon Islands Government, in partnership with Australia, has taken a significant step forward in strengthening national border security with the official handover of the Initial Operating Capability (IOC) for the Western Border Outpost in Lofung, Shortlands. The handover ceremony, held yesterday, brought together local leaders, government officials, and international partners.