AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEnergy Regulation Push: The UK and Solomon Islands’ MMERE have agreed the next stage of energy reforms, including drafting primary and secondary laws to set up an independent energy regulator—aimed at boosting independent power providers, cutting diesel dependence, and lowering electricity costs. Agriculture Investment: SIART has injected $8.7m into 20 community pig farming groups across Malaita, Guadalcanal and Makira/Ulawa, supporting 532 households with pig houses, breeding stock, feed and weaners. Human Rights UPR: Solomon Islands backed 140 of 181 recommendations in its UN Human Rights Council UPR, while noting 41 on sensitive issues such as same-sex relationships and abortion. Extractives Transparency: Solomon Islands has rejoined the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI), with UNDP saying it will strengthen transparency as gold and nickel projects expand. Shipping Compliance: Makira-Ulawa barred a landing craft from unloading cargo over unpaid provincial shipping licensing, signalling tighter enforcement of local rules. Infrastructure Works: Progress continues on Honiara and Munda control towers under SIRAP2, with major structural works completed in Honiara and finishing works advancing at both sites.
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