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The Minister for the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID), Hon. Ricky Fuo’o, held a successful meeting with Counsellor Li Qinghua from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Embassy in Honiara this morning. The meeting focused on enhancing ongoing infrastructure projects and exploring training opportunities. Counsellor Qinghua extended her warm congratulations to Hon. Fuo’o on his […]

Steady progress has been made on the Santa Cruz Airfield upgrade in Temotu Province, with construction now 50 percent complete. This investment, funded by the World Bank under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2), is being implemented by the Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA), with China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) leading

Member of Parliament for North Guadalcanal, Hon. Dr. Paulson Popora Bosowai, has spoken out strongly following reports of a suspected murder near GPPOL 2 in his constituency. “I write with a heavy heart upon learning from social media and RSIPF news about a suspected rape and murder incident in my constituency, near GPPOL 2,” said

HONIARA, Solomon Islands: The Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) on 12th May 2025 endorsed its commitment to re-engage in the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) implementation. The Ministry of Finance and Treasury, in a statement today, confirmed that the implementation of EITI is part of the GNUT major Policy Reform to improve and

Forty officers from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) have successfully completed the Knowing Your Public Service (KYPS) and Code of Conduct training facilitated by the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM). The training marks a key milestone, making the officers formally eligible for confirmation and promotion within the public service. The participants,

Tetere police are investigating an alleged murder incident of a 29-year-old woman at the cocoa area(old CDC4) GPPOL II in north Guadalcanal on 21 May 2025. Supervising Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Guadalcanal Province, Superintendent Edwin Sevoa, said it was alleged that the suspect raped the deceased and murdered her between 11am and 12pm. PPC Sevos

The 4th China Medical Team (CMT) successfully organized a special free clinic in Gilbert Camp Community of Honiara, in collaboration with China Police Liaison Team and Solomon Islands Chinese Women’s Association on Saturday. This event not only provided local residents with professional and efficient medical services, but also raised awareness about safety and protection, and

Exciting developments are underway in North Malaita as the Kolofe Bridge Upgrade Project gains momentum. The latest updates from the site highlight steady progress and strong community involvement in this important infrastructure initiative. The contractor has successfully established a fully operational and secure campsite. The area is well-organized and now serves as the logistical hub

At the margin of the 78th World Health Assembly that is being convened between 19th and 27th May 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland, members of the Solomon Islands Delegation have attended various side events and side meetings. One of such side meetings was the GAVI (The Vaccine Alliance) SEARO (South East Asia Regional Office) and WPRO