Business Archive June 2024
28 articles
Bloody Ridge Declared Free of Illegal Settlers
The campaign to reclaim Solomon Islands only national park started a year ago with an intense community awareness program in collaboration with the Attorney General’s chambers, Ministry of Lands and the local community policing unit.
Minister of Public Service Engages in High Level Bilateral Meetings
The Hon. John Tuhaika Jr, Minister for Public Service of the Solomon Islands, participated in high-level bilateral meetings with key international figures in Incheon, Republic of Korea, focusing on fostering innovation and strengthening public service amid global challenges.
Australia Provides SBD11m for Malaita South Road
Australia has provided SBD11 million to the Solomon Islands Government through the Solomon Islands National Transport Fund (NTF), for the Malaita South Emergency Road Maintenance Project.
Recruitment for Constituency Positions Concluded
The Ministry of Rural Development Solomon Islands (MRD) have successfully completed interviews for the constituency’s various positions today.
Agriculture Minister Pushes to Revive Cocoa Industry
The new Honourable Minister for the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) Franklyn Derek Wasi says he is pushing for the availability of more funds to revitalize the cocoa industry.
Agriculture Minister Welcomes New PS and Acknowledges Outgoing PS
The Honourable Minister for the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) Franklyn Derek Wasi has thanked Lottie Vaisekavea for his outstanding work leading the Ministry for the past 20 months as the Permanent Secretary.
Solomon Airlines to Commence Australia to Vanuatu Route
Solomon Airlines will commence a weekly direct flight from Brisbane to Vanuatu’s Espiritu Santo island from Thursday 4th July, with the 2-hour 50-minute non-stop service reopening an important direct route between Australia and Vanuatu, via the Brisbane gateway.
Permanent Secretaries Sworn In
The Special Secretary to Prime Minister and five Permanent Secretaries were sworn in by the Acting Governor General Patteson Oti at the Government House on Wednesday 26th June 2024.
Ministry of Justice Completes Implementation Schedule for 100 Day Priorities
The Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs (MJLA) and its Agencies have completed their schedule for collaboration towards the first GNUT 100 days’ priorities, particularly for the Justice Sector.
Ministry of Rural Development Welcomes New Permanent Secretary
The Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) has welcomed its new Permanent Secretary last week and has assured him of total support and commitment towards advancing the ministry’s key priorities.
Comprehensive Induction Program for Members of Parliament Concludes
A weeklong Induction, Orientation and Ongoing Professional Development Programs for Members of Parliament successfully concluded on Friday 21st June 2024.
Significant Drop in First Quarter 2024 International Arrivals
The Solomon Islands National Statistics Office released the latest Statistical bulletin for International Arrivals on Saturday 22nd June 2024.
Minister of Public Service Leads Delegation to High-Level UN Public Service Forum
The Solomon Islands delegation, led by the Honourable Minister of Public Service, Hon. Tuhaika Jr, is attending the prestigious UN Public Service Forum in Incheon, Republic of Korea.
Tourism Operators Explore Sustainability in Brisbane
Tourism operators from across Solomon Islands have travelled to Australia to build knowledge on sustainable tourism and foster connects with industry counterparts.
Symbolic Carved Paddle Touches Hearts
A Solomon Islands carved paddle handed over to the Hawaiian authorities as a gift from Solomon Islands at the close of the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture touched the hearts of Hawaiian elders managing the Carving Venue at the Bishop Museum in Honolulu.
Airlines Celebrates Expanded Domestic Pilot Workforce
Solomon Airlines is celebrating a significant expansion of the airline’s pilot workforce and capability, warmly congratulating eight new pilots who will fly the national carrier’s domestic routes and the promotion of existing flight crew members who have completed further advanced training.
Networking Event Hosted to Promote Cocoa Industry
Australia’s Strongim Bisnis recently held an evening of cocoa networking, connecting Solomon Islands cocoa businesses, international cocoa buyers, and the governments of the Solomon Islands and Australia.
UNWomen Hosts Market Vendors Forum
The Market Vendors Association (MVA) Forum, organised by UN Women to empower women market vendors, took place from June 11 to 13 in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Culture Minister Encourages Participants to Highlight Art and Culture with Pride
The Minister for Culture and Tourism, Hon. Choylin Douglas has encouraged Solomon Islands delegation to the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) to raise the profile of our country’s arts and culture with pride.
"Prevention Must be a Central Focus"
Prevention must become a central focus of community and government efforts to address men’s violence against women and girls.
Solomons Participate in Pacific-Wide Project Highlighting Potential of Solar Energy
The Solomon Islands continue to lead by example as the Governor General Residence has been fitted with new solar panels as part of the “Solarization of Residences of Pacific Heads of State Project”.
Women's Contribution Shapes Tomorrow's Society
In the heart of Auki, Solomon Islands, where vibrant culture intersects with the challenges of economic development, a story unfolds, showcasing the transformative power of financial well-being in alleviating poverty.
Isabel Province to Benefit from UNDP Grant
Isabel Province has been awarded an initial grant of SBD$65,758 (USD $8,042) under the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)’s Provincial Governance and Service Delivery (PGSD) project, funded by the European Union.
Investing in Education for Solomon Islands
Australia’s Foreign Minister, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, visited Mbokona Community High School in Honiara Solomon Islands to meet with the school community and officially open a new science laboratory.
Challenges and Ways Forward in Eliminating Malaria Discussed
Secretary to the Prime Minister Dr Jimmie Rodgers informed a regional gathering at the 8th Asia Pacific Leader’s Summit on Malaria Elimination in Port Moresby that funding gaps to target malaria elimination in the three-malaria endemic Pacific nations remains a challenge and so integrated approaches is the way forward.
Airline Brings Forward Additional New Zealand Flight to Meet Demand
Solomon Airlines is moving quickly to meet demand for flights between Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and New Zealand, announcing the airline will bring forward the start of twice-weekly scheduled flights to Auckland.
Government Stresses Importance of Investment in Human Capital
The Solomon Islands Government emphasized the critical importance of investing in human capital to drive equitable and sustainable growth amid climate change, health crises, and other development challenges facing island nations.
Government Forges Vital Partnerships at SIDS4 Conference
The Solomon Islands delegation to the 4th International Conference on Small Islands Developing States (SIDS4) seized the opportunity presented by the conference to engage in a series of critical bilateral meetings.
