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ROC proud to support SI

The Republic of China on Taiwan is proud to stand shoulder to shoulder next to the Solomon Islands Government to work towards improving the lives of Solomon Islanders.

29 Aug 2019

Government
National Stadium construction MOU signed
A Memorandum of Understanding for the construction of the National Stadium for the 2023 Pacific Games was signed yesterday. A Government statement confirmed, the signing occurred at the Prime Minister’s Office between Dr.
10 Jul 2019
2019 Election
SI still with Taiwan: PM
The Democratic Coalition Government for Advancement (DCGA) said, the country’s foreign policy is continually being developed. Answering an SIBC question about Solomon Islands foreign relations with ROC, Taiwan under his leadership, Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare said, the Status Quo was…
30 Apr 2019
Foreign Relations
Solomon Islands and Taiwan discuss possible economic and business partnership
The strong bilateral relationship between Solomon Islands and Taiwan will extend to an economic and business partnership. Taiwan is leading the initiative for the two countries to enter into an economic and business cooperation.
1 Nov 2018
Diplomacy
Ete wary of Sol-Taiwan relations
The Sovereign state of Solomon Islands must not subject itself totally under the Republic of China, Taiwan. East Honiara MP, Douglas Ete was reacting in Parliament on a recent meeting the Minister of Communication and Aviation could not attend because the Republic of China, Taiwan was not happy it…
27 Jul 2018
Government
Done deal : Taiwan confirms funding for 2023 PG stadium
Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela has confirmed funding arrangement for the Pacific Games 2023 with President of the Republic of China on Taiwan Dr. Tsai Ing-Wen.
23 May 2018
Government
ROC Taiwan delivers ”One Student, One Solar Lamp Project”.
Government of the Republic of China on Taiwan has officially delivered its “2018 Clean Energy Project: One Student One Solar Lamp Program” to the Government and people of Solomon Islands in Honiara. The project of 11,000 units of solar lamps was worth around 3 million Solomon dollars in total.
22 Feb 2018
CDF
Taiwan disburses $29M for constituency development fund
A $29.3 million payment from the Republic of China on Taiwan to Solomon Islands will support the Rural Constituency Development Fund. The money was wired yesterday to the Solomon Islands Government to cover a series of outstanding rural development projects during the 2016-2017 period.
14 Dec 2017
Diplomacy
President Tsai leaves the Solomons amidst political turmoil
Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-wen has left the country after her three day state visit today as the future of Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare hangs in the balance.
3 Nov 2017
Diplomacy
Massive security operation set for Taiwanese visit
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force will be mounting a massive operation for the arrival of Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen tomorrow. At the weekly media conference today, Police Commissioner Matthew Varley said more than 200 officers will be involved in the security operation for the…
31 Oct 2017
Government
Taiwan presidential visit next week
The Solomon Islands Government will welcome the President of the Republic of China on Taiwan Tsai Ing-wen to Honiara next week. A statement from the Prime Minister’s Office confirms, President Tsai Ing-wen and her delegation will arrive on Wednesday, November 1.
27 Oct 2017
Diplomacy
WILL MISS SOLOMONS: VICTOR YU
The Republic of China on Taiwan Ambassador to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Victor Te-Sun Yu has said he will miss working with Solomon Islands on the ground.
11 Jan 2017
Diplomacy
AMBASSADOR VICTOR YU FAREWELLED
Solomon Islands has finally farewelled the out-going Republic of China on Taiwan Ambassador to Solomon Islands His Excellency Victor Te-Sun Yu. The farewell dinner was hosted by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Milner Tozaka.
10 Jan 2017
Funds
GOV’T SEEK TAIWAN’S FUNDING FOR 2023 GAMES VENUE
The government has approached Taiwan for funding to construct the main games venue for the 2023 Pacific Games. Deputy prime minister Manasseh Maelanga who is also the Minister for Home Affairs says the stadium venue is expected to cost more than US$28,000,000.00.
8 Jan 2017
Diplomacy
SI/ROC RELATIONS DESCRIBED AS ONE OF “TRUST & EMPATHY”
The Taiwanese Ambassador to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Victor Te Sun Yu has described the 33 years of political friendship with Solomon Islands as one of “Trust and Empathy”. Ambassador Yu made the statement at the recent launch of the Funafou Sanitation Project in North Malaita.
3 Jan 2017
Communities
PROPER SANITATION VITAL FOR GOOD HEALTH
Having and using proper sanitation is one of the most important factors of good health. Ambassador of the Republic of China (ROC) on Taiwan His Excellency Te-sun Yu made the statement during the launch of Funaafou and Niuleni sanitation project.
3 Jan 2017
Healthcare
JOHNS HOPKINS MEDICAL EXPERTS HERE TO INSPIRE DOCTORS
Medical education, curriculum development and inspiring young medical practitioners are among key objectives for a visiting team of medical experts from the Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, USA.
27 Sept 2016
Agriculture
TOMATO VARIETIES TESTED FOR QUALITY
A variety of tomato fruits has been tested for their feel, colour, flavour and size at the Taiwan Technical Mission (TTM) farm at the King George Sixth School area in Honiara.
9 Sept 2016
Diplomacy
SI AMBASSADOR TO TAIPEI FAREWELLED
Prime Minister Hon. Manasseh Sogavare and the staff of the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet bade farewell to the outgoing Secretary to the Prime Minister, Joseph Waleanisia as he prepares to depart for Taipei for his new posting as Solomon Islands Ambassador to Taiwan.
29 Aug 2016
Diplomacy
TAIWAN TO WORK WITH SI TOWARDS 2023 PACIFIC GAMES
The Taiwanese Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. David Tawai Lee has said they will work with Solomon Islands to ensure a successful hosting of the 2023 Pacific Games. Dr. David Tawai Lee assured Prime Minister Hon.
28 Jul 2016