AGP Executive Report
Last update: 34 minutes agoCustoms Modernisation: Solomon Islands Customs rolled out new ASYCUDA World manifest data requirements for shipping and airline agents, effective June 16, including extra “Notify” details and carrier TINs to improve cargo tracking and clearance. Banking & Construction: The Central Bank of Solomon Islands launched procurement for an eight-storey Honiara headquarters, designed to meet Australian/New Zealand building codes and seismic standards, with climate-resilient infrastructure and improved security. Aviation Infrastructure: Work on the Honiara International Airport Aviation Complex Building under SIRAP2 is nearing completion, with major progress on the external façade, access road, and internal drainage and partition works. Resource Governance: UNDP says it will support Solomon Islands to rejoin EITI, while also running training for civil society on EITI monitoring and reporting to strengthen transparency in mining and extractives. Minimum Wage Review: The Labour Division is surveying provinces for the national minimum wage review, with analysis to follow once data is collected. Road & Rural Transport: TTC began tar-sealing a 5km road section in Malaita, supported by the National Transport Fund, aiming to boost market access for farmers. Extractives Oversight: The government warned illegal loggers and miners they will face strong action, while saying it welcomes credible investors. Regional Fisheries Shock: Tokelau was removed from the PNA tuna scheme, risking major fisheries revenue as it loses access to the Vessel Day Scheme.
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