Politics Archive August 2022
27 articles
Government Suspends Entry For All Foreign Navy Ships
The Solomon Islands has suspended entry into its waters for foreign navy ships pending adoption of a new process for approval of port visits, the Prime Minister's office said on Tuesday, in a bid to better police its exclusive economic zones.
Government Blocks US Coast Guard Port Entry
A US Coast Guard cutter was unable to get clearance for a scheduled port call in the Solomon Islands as concerns grow about China's influence on the Pacific nation.
Nationwide Consultation on Constituency Development Policy Commences
The Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) has commenced its nationwide consultation on the first ever Solomon Islands Constituency Development Policy (CD).
US Senator Blackburn Pays Courtesy Visit to Sogavare
A United States Government delegation led by Senator Marsha Blackburn made a courtesy visit to the Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Hon. Manasseh Sogavare in Honiara yesterday.
PM's Increasing Disregard for an Independent Media: Wale
Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale has described Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare as a person with extreme ‘paranoia' following reports that he instructed government officials to summon the Australian High Commission Office over a Four Corners program aired on ABC TV recently.
Minister Planning in Washington DC to Discuss Development Programs
Solomon Islands Minister for National Planning and Development Coordination, Hon Rexon Ramofafia was in Washington DC last week to discuss the progress of several programs supported by the United States Government.
Head of UNICEF Pacific Meets Sogavare
The new United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund, UNICEF’s Pacific representative Mr. Jonathan Veitch has been formally introduced to Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare.
PM Sogavare Welcome H.E Pedro Rodrigues Da Silva
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare today welcome the Ambassador of Portugal, His Excellency Pedro Rodrigues Da Silva into the country.
Government Pushes Ahead With 161 Telecom Towers USD$66 Million Loan
The Government has confirmed that the Solomon Islands National Broadband Infrastructure Project or SINBIP for the construction of up to 161 towers has been progressed with the recent signing of a contracting agreement with the vendor and contractor, Huawei/China Harbour Engineering Company Limited.
Proposed Reform Looks at Holding Provincial and National Elections on the Same Day
The Solomon Islands electoral commission (SIEC) are working on a proposed electoral reform that will see both the provincial and national elections being held on the same day.
Health Minister Declares Outbreak of Viral Respiratory Illnesses
The Minister of Health and Medical services Dr Culwick Togamana has declared that there is now an outbreak of Viral Respiratory Illnesses (VRI) in Honiara and Malaita.
Government Allocates SBD$125M to Assist Businesses Affected by November Riots
The government has confirmed that an amount of SBD$125 million has been allocated to assist businesses affected by the 2021 November riots.
Registration of Voters in Western and Choiseul Provinces Nears Completion
Registration of voters currently undertaken in and for the provinces of Western and Choiseul is nearing its completion.
SBD$5M Worth of Projects Shipped to Lau/Mbaelelea
A total of SBD$5 million worth of projects funded under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) programme of the government were shipped to Lau/Mbaelelea Constituency by their Member of Parliament and Minister for Agriculture Hon. Augustine Auga last week Friday.
Sogavare Congratulates Marape On His Re-election As PNG Prime Minister
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare formally congratulates Hon. James Marape on his resounding victory in being elected unopposed as the ninth Prime Minister of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea.
Kabui Says Misinformation Dominates Discussions on Deferral of Elections
Ongoing misinformation by anti-government groups and individuals on the proposed one-off deferral of the 2023 election have effectively confused and disturbed ordinary citizens, especially, those in rural areas.
Bill to Delay Elections Reportedly Submitted to Parliament
Leader of the Opposition Mathew Wale has taken to Twitter to confirm that the bill to delay elections has been submitted to Parliament.
Japan, US and Solomon Islands Conduct Joint Drill
Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force (MSDF) said Tuesday it has conducted its first joint drill with Solomon Islands maritime police. They were also joined by the U.S. Navy's littoral combat ship Oakland.
Wale Slams PM’s Absence at the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Guadalcanal
Leader of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale has discredited the reasons given for the Prime Minister’s absence during the commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Guadalcanal (G80).
Guadalcanal Battle Commemoration Marred by Stabbing of Japanese Military Man
The 80th Guadalcanal battle commemoration was marred by the stabbing of a Japanese military man at the bloody ride, East Honiara.
PM Raises Several Development Issues with Visiting US Deputy Secretary of State
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare received a US Government delegation on Sunday led by the Deputy Secretary of State, Wendy Sherman.
Japan and U.S. Vow to Enhance Ties with Solomon Islands Amid China Clout
Senior government and military officials from Japan and the United States on Sunday vowed to strengthen cooperation with the Solomon Islands amid increasing Chinese influence, as they gathered in the capital Honiara to mark the 80th anniversary of the World War II Battle of Guadalcanal.
Boosting US-Pacific Ties a Priority, says Top US diplomat During WWII Memorial Visit
Strengthening ties with the Pacific is a priority for the Biden administration, says a top US diplomat, while warning the region faces a struggle from countries that seek to coerce and pressure the Pacific Islands family.
Former Prime Minister Ezekiel Alebua Dies
Former Solomon Islands Prime Minister and Guadalcanal Province Premier, Rt. Hon. Ezekiel Alebua, passed away last night, Sunday, 7th August 2022 at 10:26pm at Haimatua, his home village on the Weather Coast of Guadalcanal.
Wale Raises Serious Concerns Over Tax Evasion and Non-Compliance Issues
Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale has raised serious concerns over non-compliance and tax evasion in our country’s economy.
Wale Lashes Out at PMs Decision to Control SIBC
The Opposition Leader Hon Matthew Wale has lashed out at the Prime Minister’s decision to remove the Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC) as a State Owned Enterprise (SOE).
War on Media Freedom Misguided: PMO
The Prime Minister's office (PMO) has accused local media of being involved in a “War on media Freedom” that is misguided, unethical and simply unprofessional.
