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Solomon Islands and Japan reaffirm strong bilateral partnership

Solomon Islands and Japan have reaffirmed their longstanding friendship and commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across key development and strategic areas. The commitment was reaffirmed during a bilateral meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon.

1 Sept 2026

Solomon Islands welcomes United Nations delegation and calls for enhanced partnership to support National Development Priorities
The Government of Solomon Islands has welcomed United Nations Resident Coordinator, His Excellency Mr. Dirk Wagener, and a senior United Nations delegation to Solomon Islands for their joint mission from 16 to 19 August 2026, describing the visit as an important opportunity to strengthen the…
19 Aug 2026
Foreign Relations
PM Wale, Indonesia Envoy discuss deeper economic cooperation
Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale has discussed strengthening economic ties and deepening cooperation in agriculture and education with Indonesia. These were key areas of discussion with Indonesia’s Ambassador to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Octo Dorimus Manik when he made a courtesy visit to the…
13 Aug 2026
SI lands major Japan Deal to Drive Reforms
Solomon Islands has strengthened its partnership with Japan following the signing of a Development Policy Loan with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to support fiscal stability and economic resilience. Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade Hon.
25 Jul 2026
Prime Minister Wale to visit United States and Japan
Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale will depart this Sunday for official visits to Washington D.C. and Tokyo following invitations from the Governments of the United States and Japan.
17 Jul 2026
Foreign Investment
PM Wale to welcome Prime Minister Marape for Honiara visit
Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale will tomorrow (Friday, 17 July 2026) welcome Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Hon. James Marape to Honiara underscoring the close and enduring ties between the two Melanesian nations.
16 Jul 2026
Foreign Relations
Foreign Minister meets Chairman of the China International Development Cooperation Agency in Beijing
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade Hon. Rick Houenipwela met with the Chairman of the China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA), Mr.Chen Xiaodong in Beijing to reaffirm the friendship between the two countries and explore opportunities to deepen development…
15 Jul 2026
Foreign Relations
Foreign Minister begins first Official Visit to China in Jiangsu Province
Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Rick Houenipwela commenced his inaugural Official Visit to China on Friday 10 July 2026. The first stop of the visit was in Jiangsu Province, a sister-province of Malaita Province. In Jiangsu, the Foreign Minister met with the Vice Governor Mr.
13 Jul 2026
Education
Australia announces SBD56 million education package for Solomon Islands
By Alfred Pagepitu Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a SBD56 million education support package for Solomon Islands, aimed at improving primary education, strengthening vocational training, and expanding access to learning.
9 Jul 2026
PM Wale condemns missile test over Pacific Region
Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale has strongly condemned a recent missile test that traversed parts of the Pacific region, describing it as inappropriate and concerning for regional peace and security.
8 Jul 2026
Solomon Islands and Japan signs Exchange of Notes for SBD150 million development policy loan
The Governments of Solomon Islands and Japan today signed an Exchange of Notes for a Development Policy Loan valued at 3 billion Japanese Yen (approximately SBD150 million) to support the strengthening of Solomon Islands’ fiscal and economic resilience.
8 Jul 2026
Foreign Relations
PM Wale reaffirms balanced Foreign Policy, strengthens ties with Japan
Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale says Solomon Islands is advancing a more balanced and constructive foreign policy while reaffirming its strong and enduring relationship with Japan. The Prime Minister made the remarks during a bilateral meeting with Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr.
30 Jun 2026
Solomon Islands expresses gratitude to Japan for scholarship and malaria health support
The Solomon Islands Government has expressed its sincere gratitude to Japan for two new grant agreements aimed at strengthening human resource capacity and improving malaria diagnosis across the country. Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade Hon.
29 Jun 2026
Foreign Relations
Australian High Commissioner engages with Leader of Opposition, Hon. Manasseh Sogavare
His Excellency Jeff Roach, Australian High Commissioner to the Solomon Islands yesterday held a cordial and constructive meeting with Hon. Manasseh Sogavare, Leader of Opposition, reaffirming the enduring and valued partnership that connects the two nations.
19 Jun 2026
Foreign Relations
Wale, Albanese announce new era of Solomon Islands–Australia Partnership
Prime Minister Hon. Matthew Wale and Australian Prime Minister Hon. Anthony Albanese have announced a significant step forward in the Solomon Islands–Australia relationship, signalling a new era of strengthened partnership and cooperation.
3 Jun 2026
Prime Minister Wale honoured with traditional welcome to Canberra
Prime Minister Matthew Wale and his delegation were today formally welcomed to Australia’s capital through a traditional Welcome to Country ceremony. This marks a respectful and culturally significant start to the Prime Minister’s official visit.
2 Jun 2026
Foreign Relations
Minister Houenipwela receives courtesy visit from Philippines Ambassador
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Rick Houenipwela, received a courtesy visit from the Ambassador of the Philippines to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Edgar Tomas Q. Auxilian, in Honiara on 27 May 2026.
2 Jun 2026
Minister Hounipwela receives courtesy visit from Japan’s Ambassador
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Rick Houenipwela, received a courtesy visit from Japan’s Ambassador to Solomon Islands, H.E. Keiichi Hagiuchi, on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
29 May 2026
Regional
Solomon Islands Participates at 8th ROK-PIF Senior Officials Meeting in Nadi
Solomon Islands participated in the 8th Korea–Pacific Islands Senior Officials Meeting held in Nadi, Fiji, on 21 May 2026. During the meeting, Solomon Islands highlighted the importance of the growing partnership between the Republic of Korea and Pacific Islands Forum and stressed the need for…
25 May 2026
Foreign Relations
PM Manele Meets Kyrgyz Special Envoy
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele today held a bilateral meeting with His Excellency Anvar Anarbaev, Special Envoy of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, at the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet in Honiara.
18 Mar 2026