Economy Archive March 2019
28 articles
Tourism Solomons Welcomes New Brisbane-Munda Direct Service
Tourism Solomons has applauded Solomon Airlines’ decision to commence a direct same-day Brisbane-Munda-Brisbane service on Saturday, 30 March describing the move as, potentially, a major catalyst for increased international visitation to the destination.
Malaysia Mission to Close
The Solomon Islands Government is closing down the country’s High Commission in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, just five years after it opened the mission in 2013.
UNICEF Addresses Open Defecation
UNICEF is working to increase the use of toilets in Solomon Islands and educate community leaders about the importance of sanitation.
Tri Marine Certified by Fair Trade USA
Tuna giant Tri Marine International announced the Solomon Islands yellowfin and skipjack fishery has been certified by Fair Trade USA.
Government Policies Sets Positive Tone for PNG Manufacturers
The Chief Executive of the Manufacturers Council of Papua New Guinea, Chey Scovell, has given an upbeat assessment of the prospects for the manufacturing sector. He tells Business Advantage PNG that the mood, while cautious, is becoming more optimistic.
Rising Above a Male Dominated Industry
Tanny Saepio was the first female captain in Solomon Islands, and now works as a manager for National Fisheries Development Ltd (NFD).
Man Arrested for Threatening Villagers
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at Taro, Choiseul Province have arrested a 34-year-old male person on allegations of arson and other related allegations at Molevanga Village, South Choiseul, Choiseul Province on 24 March 2019.
PC Varley Calls For Surrendering of Illegal Arms
Police Commissioner Mathew Varley has called on communities in Solomon Islands to surrender illegal arms as election looms.
A Story of Dignity and Courage
Sixteen-year-old Peter goes to a boarding school in the Solomon Islands which has experienced water shortages for 60 years.
Chand is SINU Vice Chancellor
Dr. Ganeshwar Chand is the new Vice Chancellor for the Solomon Islands National University.
Young Solomon Islander Recognized by Commonwealth
A young Solomon Islander is among winners of the Commonwealth Youth Awards.
Mobile App Developed by Solomon Islanders Gets International Recognition
The Malaita Youth in Business Association (MYIBA), was one of the recipients of three awards during the Pacific Agrihack Lab competition in Tonga last year December 2018.
Police Warns Public Over Bad Weather
The Royal Solomon Islands Police (RSIPF) is calling on all residents living near the Mataniko River in Honiara and other streams to keep well away following flooding after heavy rain in the capital city yesterday afternoon.
Police Continues Elections Awareness
The Maoa and Bina Harbour communities in West Kwaio, Malaita Province have assured the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) that they will work together with police during the upcoming National General Election (NGE) to prevent crime in their communities.
Gender Journey in Business
After years of struggling to find a job or start a small business in the Solomon Islands, she felt poultry farming would be a profitable venture.
Law Reform Necessary for Health Sector
The Solomon Islands government is moving to change its outdated health administration laws.
Police Welcomes Australian and New Zealand Support
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) welcomes the support from the Australian and New Zealand Governments to the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and is ready for the National General Election (NGE) on 3 April 2019.
USS Wasp Found After 77 years
The USS Wasp, an aircraft carrier that saw service during World War II from Iceland to Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands has been located lying 14,000 feet deep in the Coral Sea 77 years after its sinking.
Tourists Encouraged to Keep Travel Plans
As efforts continue to stem oil flowing from a grounded bulk carrier on Rennell Island, Tourism Solomons has stressed the situation has not in any way impacted on the destination’s main tourism corridors or the country’ ability to manage its international visitors.
Arrest Made Over Maleai Incident
An operation comprising officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) in the Choiseul and Western provinces as well as the Police Response Team (PRT) have arrested an 18-year-old male suspect in the armed robbery incident at Maleai, in the Shortland Islands on 6 February 2019.
Thinking Equal - An Insight with Atenasi
I am the CEO for the Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry and I have been in the role for over 5 months.
Facing Gender Challenges Head On
Prudence Tekurade is 28-year-old mother of three who saved enough from her job at SolTuna, the Solomon Islands’ only tuna processing plant, to buy a plot of land.
19 UN Staff Killed on Ethiopian Airlines Crash
World leaders and citizens from over 30 countries mourned the loss of those aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight that crashed on Sunday, including several aid workers from United Nations agencies and other humanitarian organizations.
Crocodile Related Attacks Increases
A new report has found that crocodile attacks on people in Solomon Islands have increased significantly over the past decade and will continue to rise if nothing is done to prevent them.
Government Terminates 179 Scholarships
The Solomon Islands government has axed the scholarships for 179 students studying in Fiji because of poor grades.
Empowering Women's Financial Future
In Solomon Islands, access to formal banking services outside of provincial capitals is non-existent.
Containment of Oil Spill Continues
Spill could damage Rennell Island, the world’s largest raised coral atoll and home to many species found nowhere else.
Growing Concerns Over Bulker Oil Spill
Australia is helping to pressure a Hong Kong shipping company and several other firms to take responsibility for cleaning up a major oil spill close to a World Heritage-listed coral reef off the Solomon Islands.
