Government House has not refused to hold a credential presentation ceremony by the new Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to Solomon Islands.
East Malaita MP and Minister of Infrastructure Development, Manasseh Maelanga has accused the Leader of Official Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale of trying to start a war of words that does not reflect well of him as a national leader. Hon. Maelanga is responding to Hon.
The final splice of the Coral Sea Cable System between Australia, Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands has been completed over the weekend. At the end of August, the Coral Sea Cable landed at Tamarama Beach – Sydney and connected to power and transmission equipment and Australia’s broader…
Three new Government Ministers have taken their Oath of Office at the Government House today. This followed the latest terminations made by Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare in light of the recent diplomatic switch from Taipei to Beijing.
The Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) has announced an 8.5 percent crediting rate to its members today. Vice Chair of the SINPF Board, Dr. A’aron Oritaimae made the announcement at the Heritage Park Hotel in Honiara.
Chairman of the Government Caucus, Namson Tran, said it is a misunderstanding that Government decisions are unilaterally made by the Prime Minister alone.
Solomon Islands is working towards a smooth transition strategy to graduate from the category of Least Developed Countries by December 2024. Foreign Minister Hon.
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has acknowledged the contributions made by Hon. Rick Houenipwela as a national leader and senior Cabinet Minister of the Democratic Coalition Government for Advancement.
The Governor General, His Excellency, the Right Reverend David Vunagi has sworn-in two new Ministers late this afternoon in accordance with the Constitution, following the sacking this morning.
Foreign Minister, Hon. Jeremiah Manele has arrived in New York today ahead of the United Nations General Assembly Meeting, which kicks off Tuesday this week. The Prime Minister’s Press Secretariat reports, Mr.
The Leader of Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale calls on the Commissioner of Police and the Chairman of the Leadership Code Commission to quickly investigate the allegation of bribery made by the Premier of Malaita Province against Government MPs.
Malaita Premier, Hon. Daniel Suidani has confirmed an attempt by government officials to lure his support for the China diplomatic switch. But Hon. Suidani said he rejected the offer saying it was not in the best interest of his province.
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Relations is again calling for submissions from the public as part of its inquiry into the question of severing of existing ties with the Republic of China (ROC) Taiwan.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Jeremiah Manele has refuted claims by the Opposition Leader that the Prime Minister has ordered him not to meet with the Taiwanese delegation on Monday.
Acting Opposition Leader and Member of Parliament for East Honiara, Hon. Douglas Ete acknowledges the good will gesture given to our students, from the government and people of the Republic of China (ROC) Taiwan, despite Solomon’s decision to recognise the People’s Republic of China.
The Ministry of Forestry and Research has seized 20 containers of round log Kwila at the Solomon Ports Containers terminal, awaiting export this week. The million dollars worth round logs which should be shipped out Monday this week were seized following leaked information reaching the Ministry.
Former bilateral partner, Republic of China, Taiwan closed down its embassy in the Solomon Islands as of today. Taiwan President, Tsai Ing-wen issued a statement on the termination of diplomatic relations with the Solomon Islands last night.
Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea stand to benefit more from their diplomatic ties with the United States of America in terms of water resource management.
All candidates who contested this year’s National General Election have until this Saturday 20th July to file their Statement of Account or face hefty fine spelt out by the law. This is a strong warning from the Chief Electoral Officer, Mose Saitala.
The High Court today struck out the petition case filed against the Leader of Opposition Group in Parliament Hon Mathew Wale. This is the first among twenty-eight petition cases filed before the High Court.
