Politics Archive December 2020
26 articles
RSIPF Arrests Three Foreigners for Illegal Entry in the Country
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) have arrested and charged three (3) Foreigners for Prohibition of entry of non-citizen under the SOPE regulation.
We Will Persevere Despite Hardships: Sogavare
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare used his Christmas message address to encourage Solomon Islanders to preserve despite the hardships of 2020.
Wale Criticizes Dealings With Logging Company
The Leader of Opposition, Hon. Matthew Wale, has labelled the Sino Capital logging company saga a can of worms, now that the lid has been opened, there is no telling what worms will crawl out.
N-DOC Confiscates Banned Goods in Quarantine Stations
The Camp Management Sector Committee of the National Disaster Operations Committee (N-DOC) has suspended privileges that allowed families and relatives to bring in food and other items for persons in Quarantine Stations (QS) for an indefinite period as of yesterday.
Wale Calls on PM to Explain Mewa's Sacking
The Opposition Leader, Hon. Mathew Wale calls on the Prime Minister to tell the truth and explain the reasons for the sacking of Hon. Commins Mewa from the Forestry portfolio.
Extra 3 Days Leave for Public Servants
All public servants will receive an additional three-day recuperation leave. Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare made this announcement in his weekly statement.
Government Must Be Truthful on the State of the Economy: Wale
Opposition leader Matthew Wale says the country’s economy is at its worst, due both to the pandemic, but also government’s mismanagement over a long time.
Police Arrest Suspect in Relation to Death in East Honiara
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at the Henderson Police Station in Guadalcanal Province have arrested a 30-year-old male suspect in relation to a death incident that occurred at the Island Night Club, East of Honiara on 6 November 2020.
An Assessment of the Non-reciprocal Duty-Free Market Access to China
The Solomon Islands has entered into a non-reciprocal duty-free access agreement with China.
Government Washes Hands of Students Visa Issues
The government is calling on relatives to support students with visa issues in the Philippines.
MAL Delivers Despite Budget Cut Amid Covid-19 Pressures
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) continue to deliver its mandatory services to farmers throughout the country despite reduction on its development budget due to Covid-19 pressures.
Australia Provides Provinces with Vehicles and Funding to Support COVID-19 Response
As part of Australia’s AUD13 million (SBD70 million) COVID-19 response package in Solomon Islands, the Australian High Commission recently handed over a Land Cruiser to the Guadalcanal Provincial Health Authority.
ESP Online Portal to Launch Today
The Economic Stimulus Package (ESP) Committee will launch its online portal today.
Human Rights Day an Important Reminder for Partnership to Recover Better
The COVID-19 pandemic has seen the need for more robust and responsive access to justice avenues, which is more important now than ever before, particularly for the most marginalized.
Government to Curb Spending, Public Service to Feel Backlash
The government will be reducing the number of public servants in its effort to minimise costs.
“Corruption is the Opposite of Development”
“Corruption undermines development, inhibits economic growth, hinders the delivery of services and undermines good governance and the rule of law” was the conclusion of the participants at the outreach event in Gizo, Solomon Islands, marking the December 9th International Anti-Corruption Day (IACD).
Police Investigates Death in East Honiara
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) at the Henderson Police Station in Guadalcanal Province are investigating a death incident occurred at the Island night club, East of Honiara on 6 November 2020.
Christian Beliefs vs Facebook, Porn and GBV issues
Lack of respect for Christian beliefs and moral values were some of the reasons cited for the temporary suspension of Facebook.
Major Milestone for Honiara’s Water Supply Improvements
Solomon Water is pleased to announce that tenders are being invited for the construction of the Kongulai Water Treatment Plant and Pipeline Project.
All Three Foreigners Detained Tested Negative for COVID-19
COVID-19 test results returned negative for all the three foreigners who are currently being detained with their two yachts for an alleged illegal entry into Solomon Borders.
Government Proposes Amendment to Constitution
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says the government is proposing an amendment to the constitution.
ESP UPDATES: More Applications Approved, Payments Made
Hundreds of applications for the Government’s Economic Stimulus Package have been approved by the ESP Committee.
Government Seals Decision on Facebook
The government is adamant that Facebook will be temporarily suspended in Solomon Islands.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT OF THE HON. MINISTER FOR COMMUNICATION AND AVIATION ON THE TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF FACEBOOK
Good Morning/Afternoon Solomon Islands. Greetings to you all.
Opposition Leader Blasts Government on Policy Decisions
Opposition Leader, Mathew Wale says the geopolitical competition must not become a source of tension in the country. Speaking on the floor of parliament during the Sine Die motion, Wale says the government must not allow the nation’s unity to be challenged by interests of outside powers.
Facebook Suspension Not Evidence Based: Opposition Leader
Opposition Leader Mathew Wale says it is important that the government's decision to suspend Facebook is evidence-based.
