The Correctional Service of Solomon Islands (CSSI) continues to strengthen its human resource capacity by facilitating training through the Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM). On Friday last week, seventy-five (75) CSSI officers were awarded certificates after completing a week-long intensive training on “Knowing Your Public Service and Code of Conduct”, conducted in partnership […]

HONIARA, Solomon Islands – Pacific Islands Forum leaders yesterday adopted the Blue Pacific Ocean of Peace Declaration in Honiara, Solomon Islands, a landmark agreement that reaffirms the region’s commitment to peace, unity, and cooperation. Speaking at the declaration ceremony, Solomon Islands Prime Minister and Chair of the Forum, Hon. Jeremiah Manele, emphasized the significance of

Orion Limited’s, Chan Chee Min claims of collusion amongst government agencies with Solomon Forest Association in what he claimed “systematic collusion”, is inaccurate and being dismissed outright. In an issued statement, the Forestry Office says what has become obvious inside Chan Chee Min’s written allegation in the Solomon Star dated 6th September is a misconception

Honiara, Solomon Islands (10 September 2025) – New Zealand Prime Minister His Excellency Hon. Christopher Luxon and Minister of Education Hon. Tozen Leokana have officially launched the 10-year Solomon Islands – New Zealand Education Partnership (2025-2035) on Wednesday, 10 September at Honiara Senior High School. The new education partnership, valued at SBD$300 million, will enhance

The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), together with private sector representatives, joined the first-ever EU–Pacific Business Forum held in Nadi, Fiji, from 4–5 September 2025. The Forum brought together high-level policymakers, investors, development partners, and private sector leaders from across the Pacific and the European Union to deliberate on strengthening economic ties,

Honiara, Wednesday 10 September 2025 –  Prime Minister of Solomon Islands, Honourable Jeremiah Manele, today met with the Prime Minister of Australia, Honourable Anthony Albanese, on the margins of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Honiara. Prime Minister Manele welcomed Prime Minister Albanese, noting it was his first visit to Solomon Islands. He

Wednesday 10 September, Honiara – The Solomon Islands Senior Executive Women in Leadership Program is on again targeting women in executive and senior management roles with the aim to support women to build confidence, expand their skills and knowledge of business operations, and establish networks with other women in senior positions. Hosted by the Women

Honiara, Wednesday 10 September 2025 – Prime Minister, Hon. Jeremiah Manele, met with the Prime Minister of the Cook Islands, Hon. Mark Brown, this morning on the margins of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Honiara. The meeting provided an opportunity for the two leaders to discuss regional priorities, bilateral relations, and key

10/09/2025 Work on the China-aid Auki Road Rehabilitation Project is steadily progressing, with major reinforced road structures completed. The contractor China Civil Engineering Construction Cooperation (CCECC) first constructs a new retaining wall on the cliffside stretch adjacent to Auki Solomon Power Road leading to Dukwasi. This road has long been regarded as hazardous for road

The Solomon Islands Government, through the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, has officially launched the Iumi Wan Festival, a five-day cultural celebration running from September 9–13 at the SINU Village in East Honiara. The festival is being held alongside the 54th Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders’ Meeting, which is taking place in Honiara from September