Politics Archive March 2021
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Vaccination Necessary for International Trade and Travel: Sogavare
The country’s suffering economy can be resurrected only if international trade is boosted by reopening of international borders and the relaxation of travel restrictions, Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says.
State of Public Emergency Extended for 7 Days
The current State of Public Emergency (SOPE) was extended for another 7 days after it expired 12 midnight last night.
Solomon Islands Receive 24,000 Doses of COVID-19 Vaccines through the COVAX Facility
Solomon Islands became the second country in the Pacific islands to receive COVID-19 vaccine doses shipped via the COVAX Facility, a partnership between CEPI, Gavi, UNICEF and WHO.
Border Zone to Receive Bulk of COVID-19 Vaccines
The bulk of the AstraZeneca vaccines that will arrive in the country today will be deployed to the Western border zone where the highest urgency exists to protect our people.
Wale Alleges Meddling of National Leaders in Provincial Government Affairs
Leader of the Opposition Hon. Mathew Wale calls on national leaders not to meddle with provincial government issues for their own interests and those of their cronies and calls on national leaders to respect decisions made by provincial governments.
Wale Concerned with Current Quantity of Vaccine Supplies for Solomon Islands
The Leader of Opposition, Hon. Matthew Wale, says the government must do more to secure the much needed COVID-19 vaccines for all Solomon Islanders.
“Discharge Your Mandate Without Fear or Favour:’’ Governor General
The 4th Meeting of the 11th Parliament has commenced with the traditional Speech from the Thrown by the Governor General, His Excellency Sir David Vunagi.
OPMC Says Djokovic is Still Chief of Staff
The recent High Court decision concerning the citizenship status of Mr. Robson Djokovic in no way impacts on his appointment as the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (OPMC).
Scientists Say Coral Bleaching in Solomon Islands Worrying
Scientists have identified a widespread coral bleaching event on shallow, inshore reefs that had been previously thought to be less reactive to climate stress, the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) said on Saturday.
Wale Calls on Political Party Commission to Investigate Status of OUR Party and PM
Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale calls on the Political Party Integrity (PPI) Commission to investigate the legal effect of the recent High Court findings in the case - Robson Djokovic v Attorney General on the status of OUR Party and the Prime Minister.
“I’m Willing to be Vaccinated to Demonstrate Confidence”: PM
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says he is willing to take the COVID-19 vaccine to demonstrate his confidence in its safety.
MAL Condemns HCC’s Action in Selling off Biosecurity Incinerator Land
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) has condemned the action taken by the Honiara City Council (HCC) to sell off its piece of land that housed the Biosecurity incinerator at Ranadi, East of Honiara.
Biosecurity Destroys Confiscated Goods
Biosecurity officers of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) Friday, last week destroyed the dozen of concealed goods which was impounded from a shipment at the Ports International wharf in Honiara on Thursday 25th February.
Health Minister; “I Will Willingly Take the COVID-19 Vaccine Once My Turn Comes"
The Minister of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) Honourable Dr Culwick Togamana told health officials and workers who attended the first sensitization training on the COVID-19 vaccine last week Friday that he will willingly take up the COVID-19 vaccine, once his turn comes.
PM Says Government's Priority is to Protect Citizens
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says the priority of the National Government’s redirection policy is to protect citizens from Covid-19.
Bougainville Police Chief Sorry for Border Incident
The Bougainville Police Chief, Francis Tokura told Solomon Times Online he is sorry about the incident that occurred at the border between Solomon Islands and PNG.
PM Sogavare Pays Tribute to Late Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare has expressed his message of condolence following the passing of Papua New Guinea’s first and four times Prime Minister, late Grand Chief Sir. Michael Somare.
Wale on Border Incident, Calls on Government to take Immediate Steps
Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Matthew Wale expresses grave concern over the incident involving our local border police and a group of Bougainvilleans, at the Western border resulting in the intimidation of our officers and the illegal seizure of a Police drone.
