Politics Archive February 2021
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High Commissioner Soaki Pays Farewell Call on Fiji Prime Minister
Outgoing Solomon Islands High Commissioner to the Republic of Fiji, His Excellency William McDonald Soaki paid a farewell courtesy call on Hon. Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama, Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji on Monday 22 February 2021.
“Thank You Choiseul Province”: PM Sogavare
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare today has joined hundreds of people around Choiseul Province to celebrate the province’s 2nd Appointed Day in Taro.
Solomon Islands to Establish Outpost at the Border with Support from Australia
The Minister of Police, National Security and Correctional Services, Hon. Anthony Veke, says that the Solomon Islands will soon establish a patrol boat outpost in the Shortland Islands. This is with support from Australia.
PM Visits Frontliners at SI/PNG Border
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has saluted frontliners for their continuous commitment and sacrifice in keeping our border safe.
DPM Conveys Well Wishes to His Majesty, Emperor Naruhito of Japan
Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Maelanga, MP has conveyed his well wishes to His Majesty, Emperor Naruhito of Japan.
PM Visits Taro Hospital
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare and his delegation have taken time to visit the Taro Hospital in Choiseul province.
PM Arrives in Taro for 2nd Appointed Day Celebrations
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has arrived in Taro today to a rousing welcome ahead of the 2nd appointed day celebrations, Thursday this week.
New Dental Clinic for North Malaita
The people of North Malaita will soon take delivery of a new dental clinic at the Malu’u area health centre.
Wale Calls for Transparency on Allegations Against Reassigned ESP Officer
Leader of the Opposition, Hon Matthew Wale says the government continues to say one thing and do exactly the opposite when it comes to taking a strong stance against malpractice or corruption within the public service.
Pandemic and Economic Recovery Top Priority for 2021 Budget
Tackling the COVID-19 pandemic and economic recovery are the priority areas for the national government’s budget for 2021.
NZ High Commissioner Pays Courtesy Visit to PM
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare received a courtesy visit from the New Zealand High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, Her Excellency Georgina Roberts.
Wale Calls for Investigations into Tubi Scandal
Leader of the Opposition group Hon. Matthew Wale calls on the police to investigate reports implicating the Minister for Environment, Climate Change and Meteorology.
New Zealand Continues Support to Upgrade Provincial Airports
New Zealand is aiming to complete its long-standing projects in Solomon Islands this year which includes the upgrade of provincial airports.
PM Pays Final Tribute to Late Sir Paul Tovua
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has paid his final respects to the late Sir Paul Tovua.
Government Enforces Freeze on Public Service Recruitment
Government is putting a freeze on new recruitments into the public service sector effective as of January 1, 2021.
“Molecular Labs of the Highest Standards:” Sogavare
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has assured the public that the standards and quality controls implemented by our molecular laboratory are of the highest standard.
Sogavare Announces New Positive COVID-19 Case
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has announced this afternoon that there is now a new positive COVID-19 case recorded. The latest case is a student that returned from the Philippines on the 21st of January 2021.
Dr Jimmie Rodgers Misses Out in PIFS Secretary General Election
The Special Secretary to the Prime Minister, Dr Jimmie Rodgers, has missed out in the election of the Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS).
Free and Independent Media Crucial to Fight Corruption
“The extent to which journalists can assist in detecting corruption depends on whether the media is free and independent”, says UNDP’s Project Manager, Vardon Hoca.
