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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

PIF
Australia and Fiji Ratify Pacific Resilience Facility Treaty, Triggering Entry into Force
In a historic milestone for Pacific regional climate action and resilience, the Agreement to Establish the Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF Treaty) officially entered into force today following the joint presentation of instruments of ratification by Australia and Fiji in Suva.
7 May 2026
Disaster Preparedness and Response
Media Practitioners Strengthen Disaster Communication Skills in Palau
By Eliza Kukutu in Koror, Palau Media practitioners from across the Pacific are enhancing their capacity to deliver effective disaster information through a Media Master Class Training currently underway in Koror, Palau.
4 Nov 2025
Environment
Pacific Ocean Portal relaunched: A new era for ocean data access and regional resilience
The Pacific Community (SPC), through the Climate and Oceans Support Program in the Pacific (COSPPac), proudly announces the launch of its revamped Pacific Ocean Portal—a transformative digital platform designed to empower Pacific Island nations with user-friendly, open access and actionable ocean…
2 Oct 2025
Government
PM Manele Hosts Pacific Leaders at Special Forum Reception in New York
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele who is also Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), welcomed Pacific Leaders to a special reception at The Sanctuary, Roosevelt Island, New York, on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly.
24 Sept 2025
Climate Change
Pacific Leaders Sign Historic PRF Treaty
By Eliza Kukutu Pacific leaders have officially signed the Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) Treaty, marking a historic step towards establishing the Pacific’s’ first international legal financing institution.
11 Sept 2025
Culture
Tepuke Anchored at Luova, Lata, Ahead of Official Welcome and Journey to Honiara
By Alfred Pagepitu The traditional voyaging canoe Tepuke has arrived at Luova Village, in Lata, Temotu Province marking a significant milestone in this year’s Wansolwara Voyage. The canoe landed at 4 p.m.
31 Aug 2025
Government
Solomon Islands Proposes Pacific Water Warrior Mechanism at Regional Ministers Meeting
The Government of Solomon Islands, through the Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE), has called for the creation of a new regional advocacy initiative – the Pacific Water Warrior Mechanism – to strengthen the Pacific’s voice on water security at all levels.
28 Aug 2025
Government
Ninth Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers Meeting Concludes in Honiara with Strong Regional Commitments
Wednesday 27 August 2025, Honiara – The Ninth Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers (PWWM) Meeting concluded yesterday in Honiara, with Ministers from 14 Pacific Island countries and territories committing to urgent action to strengthen water and sanitation across the region.
27 Aug 2025
PWWA Conference
Students visit PWWA Expo
By IAN KAUKUI Students from six schools in Honiara had the opportunity to visit and witness first-hand the products and equipment displayed by various companies attending the 16th Pacific Water & Wastewater Association (PWWA) Conference and Expo 2025 at the Aquatic Center today.
27 Aug 2025
PIF
Police begin operations ahead of Forum Leaders Meeting
By Alfred Pagepitu The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has started operations in preparation for the upcoming Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting next month.
25 Aug 2025
Government
16th Pacific Water Conference & EXPO, and 9th Pacific Water Ministerial Forum underway in Honiara
By Eliza Kukutu The 16th Pacific Water Conference & EXPO, and the 9th Pacific Water Ministerial Forum is underway in Honiara following its official opening this morning at the Friendship Hall.
25 Aug 2025
Melanesia
PM Manele Reaffirms Solomon Islands’ Commitment to Melanesian Unity and Regional Strength at 23rd MSG Leaders’ Summit
Tuesday 24 June 2025 —In a world of increasing uncertainty and shifting alliances, Solomon Islands stands firm alongside its Melanesian partners to protect shared interests, promote peaceful coexistence, and uphold our collective voice on the global stage.
24 Jun 2025
Pacific
PM Manele leaves for PIF Troika meeting
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele leaves the country this weekend to attend the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), Troika Meeting in Fiji. The engagement marks a key step in the lead-up to Solomon Islands role as the incoming Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting in September.
12 Apr 2025
Immigration
HOST COMMITTEE PREPARES FOR THE PIDC’S RAM IN HONIARA FROM 24th TO 28th JUNE 2024
Preparations by the Host Committee for the Pacific Immigration Development Community’s, PIDC’s, Regular Annual Meeting, RAM, is well underway in Honiara.
20 Jun 2024
Environment
Solomon Islands commences work on introducing Product Stewardship Scheme
The Ministry of Environment Climate Change Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM) facilitated the first Technical Working Committee meeting for the introduction of a Product Stewardship Scheme (PSS) for the Solomon Islands.
1 Apr 2024
Government
CARE-TAKER PM CONGRATULATES SPC’s 77TH ANNIVERSARY
Care- taker Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has conveyed the country’s congratulatory note to the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) on the occasion of its 77th anniversary.
7 Feb 2024
Fisheries
FISHERIES MINISTER CONGRATULATES SOLTUNA AND NFD ON 50TH ANNIVERSARY
The Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Hon. Nestor Ghiro has congratulated the SolTuna and the NFD during celebrations marking the 50th Anniversary of the country’s Tuna Industry in Noro yesterday.
14 Jun 2023
Australia
SI and Australia Hold Productive Security Discussions, Plans to Send Foreign Minister to Regional Countries to Expound SI-PRC Security Cooperation
Solomon Islands and Australia held productive discussions on Wednesday 13 April in Honiara regarding the security concerns of Solomon Islands and the wider Pacific region.
14 Apr 2022
Breaking News
High possibility of Beche-de-mer smuggling in common border: Honiwala
There is a high possibility that people from Bougainville will try to smuggle beche-de-mer (BDM) into the country, says the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) director Edward Honiwala.
17 Sept 2021