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Politics Archive May 2023

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What can South Korea do that is more useful than a promise of more aid projects? Since 2016, we have been advocating that Korea extend to Pacific countries its temporary low-skill migration program, the Employment Permit System.
Politics

Korea Should Use its Summit to Offer Labour Mobility to the Pacific

Fresh off their meeting with Indian Prime Minister Modi in PNG, Pacific leaders are this coming week gathering in Seoul for the inaugural South Korea-Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting.

30 May 2023
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Hon. Sogavare along with other Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders and members across the Pacific have been invited by the ROK to attend the first multilateral summit to chart a shared course towards mutual prosperity.
Politics

Sogavare Attends South Korea-PIF Summit

The Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Hon. Manasseh Sogavare is attending the first-ever ‘Korea-Pacific Islands Summit’ in Seoul, Republic of Korea (ROK) scheduled for 29-30 May 2023.

29 May 2023
Senior Public officers held positions of trust with enormous responsibility, we are the stewardship of public trust and we are required to live up and committed to the Code of Conduct established by the Public Service.”
Politics

UNDP Conducts Integrity and Ethics Workshop

Permanent Secretaries and Senior Executive Officers in the Government Ministries and Integrity Agencies are undergoing a three day training on Integrity and Ethics Agency Improvement Framework this week.

26 May 2023
After the counting of all 7 batches of ballot papers, Mr. Tuasulia has been declared the winner of the West Kwara'ae Parliamentary seat.
Politics

Tuasulia Wins West Kwara'ae Seat

Polling a total votes of 2,571, Mr. Alfred Tuasulia is now the winning candidate for West Kwara'ae.

26 May 2023
Voters casting their vote for their next Parliamentary representative.
Politics

West Kwara'ae By-Election Underway

The West Kwara’ae by-election started this morning, with most polling stations reporting a good turnout.

24 May 2023
Candidates, contestants, and supporters contesting this West Kwara’ae by-election are reminded that there should not be any form of campaign activity happening from 12 O’clock midnight Monday 22nd May right up to polling day.
Politics

Poll Workers Prepare for West Kwara'ae By-Election

Poll workers for the West Kwara’ae Parliamentary by-election have now been trained and preparing for polling day on 24th May.

23 May 2023
Polls opened around 12PM this afternoon and will close at 5pm this evening.
Politics

West Kwara'ae Pre-poll Begins

Pre-polling has begun for the West Kwara'ae by-election in Malaita.

22 May 2023
MNPDC Minister Rexon Ramofafia (left) and Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare pose for photo during the NDS 2016 - 2035 Review launch.
Politics

Review of Solomon Islands Development Strategy Underway

The launch of the review of Solomon Islands National Development Strategy (NDS) 2016 - 2035 yesterday marks the commencement of nationwide consultations to review the progress of the 20-year strategy.

12 May 2023
Mr. Djokovic has been a key figure in Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare’s government
Politics

Untimely Passing of Government’s Chief of Staff Shocks Many

The untimely passing of the government’s chief of staff, Robson Djokovic, has shocked many, particularly within government circles, where he has been a long-time confidant and trusted advisor of Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare.

11 May 2023
“We the people of Solomon Islands look forward to your leadership as our Head of State and pray that God will continue to lead, guide and protect you and your service to humanity,” Sir David added.
Politics

Sir David Congratulates His Majesty King Charles III on Coronation

Solomon Islands Governor General Sir David Vunagi on Saturday conveyed profound greetings on behalf of the People and Government of Solomon Islands to his Majesty King Charles III following his coronation service at the Westminster Abbey.

8 May 2023
“This health facility is one of the many tangible evidences of how rural people can actually benefit from the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) programme."
Politics

MRD Congratulates South Vella For CDF-Funded Rural Health Clinic

Deputy Secretary Corporate (DSC) Ms. Constance Wane of the Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) has congratulated the Member of Parliament for South Vella La Vella Constituency (SVC) Hon. Fredrick Kologeto and its people for the successful launch of their newest Kolokolo rural health clinic on 26th April 2023.

3 May 2023
The Permanent Secretaries acknowledged the work of the Taskforce and support the electoral reforms that the Taskforce and Commission is intending to implement in the 2024 general elections and beyond.
Politics

Taskforce Brief Permanent Secretaries on Electoral Reforms

The Solomon Islands Electoral Reform Task Force on Wednesday 26th April, held a half-day information session with all permanent secretaries across all government ministries.

1 May 2023
The coronation of His Majesty King Charles III, will be the first Coronation of the Head of State of Solomon Islands that an official delegation will witness after Independence.
Politics

Sir David Looks Forward to Attending King Charles III Coronation

The Governor General Sir David Vunagi is looking forward to join other World Leaders at the coronation of his Majesty King Charles III on 6 May in London.

1 May 2023
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