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Private Sector Push: SICCI CEO James Dolarii urged bold reforms to lift Solomon Islands growth from 3–4% to 7–8%, calling out high electricity costs and urging fast-tracked Electricity Act amendments to open the market and expand affordable renewables. Aviation & Infrastructure: The Henderson Aviation Complex Building under SIRAP2 has hit a major completion milestone, with remaining work focused on a transformer installation and IT hardware before testing and handover. Livestock & Food Systems: The SIART/MALD pig breed improvement program completed its 15-day hormonal feeding phase, moving into oestrus synchronization and continued animal identification and record-keeping. Indigenous Conservation: Indigenous rangers in Isabel Province secured statutory protection for the Sasari rainforests, completing spatial mapping to permanently shield 2,897 hectares from logging and mining. Maritime Safety Inquiry: A formal Marine Inquiry has begun into the MV ANJEANETTE disaster, following a fire, sinking, cargo loss, and the presumed death of a contracted welder. Energy & Water Reliability: Solomon Water warned east Honiara customers of low/no supply due to borehole pump problems at the Panatina Tank, with repairs done but normal supply pending tank refill. Jobs & Business Climate: The GREAT Coalition set a target of 25,000 new jobs in four years, linking it to investment climate reforms, streamlined processes, and tackling high energy costs. Mining Law Consultation: Parliament’s Bills and Legislation Committee rejected claims that more consultation on the Mineral Resources Bill 2025 would cost $1b, warning rushed changes could fracture trust and destabilise communities. Agriculture Livelihoods: A SIART-supported poultry initiative in Malaita is helping farmers scale production with day-old chicks and a central poultry hub. Regional Development Partnerships: Solomon Islands is seeking deeper cooperation with Canada on education, labour mobility, affordable energy, and connectivity, aiming for tangible outcomes. Climate Preparedness: Solomon Islands Meteorological Service says El Niño is firmly established, warning of reduced rainfall, water stress, and knock-on effects for agriculture, health, and coastal livelihoods.

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Solomon Islands Seeks Stronger Development Partnership With Canada

Solomon Islands Seeks Stronger Development Partnership With Canada

MHMS Delegation Advances Solomon Islands–India Health Cooperation

MHMS Delegation Advances Solomon Islands–India Health Cooperation

Why PMC-8 Matters for Solomon Islands’ Weather and Climate Services

Why PMC-8 Matters for Solomon Islands’ Weather and Climate Services

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The Impact of Australian Volunteers in Solomon Islands


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Aug. 27, 2026

Chinese Embassy in Solomon Islands and the Ministry of Environment of Solomon Islands Sign a Cooperation Agreement for the Second Phase on Mini Solar Power Project

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Aug. 11, 2026

Polar Power Receives Additional Purchase Orders for its Solar Hybrid Power Systems Supporting Broadband Expansion in the Solomon Islands

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Aug. 10, 2026

Chinese Ambassador to the Solomon Islands Cai Weiming Publishes an Article:Promoting the Sound and Steady Growth of China-Solomon Islands Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

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May 7, 2026

Solomon Islands Set for New PM Vote on May 15

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Mar. 7, 2026

6.3 Magnitude Quake Rocks Solomon Islands

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ACCountplan Ltd. Partners With MoneyGram to Enable Cross Border Transfers in The Solomon Islands

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