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Lilo defends Solomon Islands democracy, urges responsible use of free speech

By Agnes Menanopo Minister of Finance and Treasury and Central Honiara MP, Hon. Gordon Darcy Lilo has defended Solomon Islands’ democratic system, calling on citizens and the media to exercise freedom of expression responsibly and respect the rule of law.

1 Sept 2026

Parliament
PM Manele and Lord Malcolm Bruce exchange Parliamentary insights
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele on Wednesday held a bilateral discussion with Lord Malcolm Bruce of the United Kingdom House of Lords at the British High Commission Residence, hosted by the British High Commissioner.
5 Feb 2026
Women Empowerment
Solomons needs diversity of voices to strengthen its democracy: H.E. Turner
A greater diversity of voices is urgently needed in Solomon Islands’ politics, British High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Paul Turner said in a keynote speech delivered at an event organised by the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) in Honiara this week.
30 Jan 2026
Government
Kologeto calls for stronger parliamentary oversight and more active political parties
By Alfred Pagepitu Acting Prime Minister, Hon. Fredrick Kologeto has called for stronger parliamentary oversight and more active political parties, as Solomon Islands commemorated the International Day of Democracy yesterday.
16 Sept 2025
Acting PM reminds youths of their role in our democracy
Solomon Islands today joined the rest of the world in celebrating the annual International Day of Democracy. This year’s celebration, held at the FOPA Village in East Honiara, carried the theme “Youth Voices, United Choices: Youth in Democratic Action.” Delivering the keynote address as Guest of…
15 Sept 2025
Solomon Islands
Civil Society in Solomon Islands: The Backbone of Democracy and Development
By Munkhtuya Altangerel, Resident Representative, UNDP Pacific Office in Fiji As we near the end of the first quarter of 2025, civil society organisations across Solomon Islands aren’t just enduring – they’re thriving.
18 Mar 2025
Solomon Islands
PM commemorates International Day of Democracy
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare MP was today the guest of honour of ‘International Day of Democracy’ commemoration. The International Day of Democracy is celebrated around the world on 15th September annually to uphold and promote democracy and the principles it stands for.
15 Sept 2023
Australia
Australian delegation made visit to see how Australia can support democracy in Solomon Islands
A delegation from the Australian Parliament, the Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade made a visit to the country last week to see how Australia can support democracy development in the pacific region.
18 Jul 2023