AGP Executive Report

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Renewables & Power: Solomon Power commissioned a 250kW solar hybrid plant in Tulagi, Central Islands, to cut diesel reliance and improve reliability for tourism, clinics and small businesses, with ADB and government support. Maritime & Shipping: SIMA advanced Phase Two of the Ocean Accounts Initiative, focusing on a Maritime Connectivity and Accessibility Account to better link shipping services to schools, health and markets. Finance & Consumer Protection: CBSI warned EFTPOS merchants to stop unauthorised card surcharges, saying fees must be absorbed by businesses and pricing should be transparent and consistent. Banking Research: CBSI, with Tebbutt Research and SINSO, will run a second National Financial Services Demand Side Survey (Sept–Oct 2026), including Makira-Ulawa, to map access, usage and gaps in financial inclusion. Infrastructure in the Provinces: MID is preparing to redevelop the old PWD compound in Kirakira, Makira-Ulawa, including staff houses and discussions on road rehabilitation and tar sealing. Agriculture & Rural Livelihoods: CEMA support is helping Malaita cocoa and copra farmers, including free copra bags and continued buying centre links in Auki. Jobs & Business Climate: SICCI urged faster electricity reforms and more competition to lower operating costs and unlock private sector growth and jobs. Disaster Accountability: Transparency Solomon Islands demanded public updates on Cyclone Maila recovery funds, asking what was received, spent and what remains for communities. Earthquake Watch: A magnitude 6.4 quake struck Papua New Guinea along the Australia-Pacific plate boundary, with risks including landslides and liquefaction.

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Sep. 3, 2026

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