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Pacific Islands Forum in Palau: Leaders head to the 55th Pacific Islands Forum (Aug 30–Sept 4) with a tough agenda on climate resilience, ocean stewardship, energy security and regional unity as major powers compete for influence. Honiara healthcare upgrade: The SBD250m Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre has opened, bundling primary care and diagnostics under one roof for about 50,000 people, with birthing services expected to start in September. SME finance relaunch: Solomon Islands has reopened the SME Credit Guarantee Scheme (SMECGS) to help MSMEs access loans by reducing bank risk, with CBSI and government urging businesses to apply. Mining law pressure: Parliament’s Bills and Legislation Committee has warned Guadalcanal landowners that proposed Mineral Resources Bill amendments could bring major changes, while landowners petition for more time to consult. Women’s poultry boost (SIART): Gold Ridge women farmers in Guadalcanal are expanding broiler production with SIART support, improving housing for up to 500 birds and receiving 300 chicks to sell after six weeks. Renewable energy in East Honiara: China-funded RSDP has handed over 400 solar street lights to communities in East Honiara, aiming to improve safety and daily life. Agriculture support spotlight: World Bank officials visited SIART-supported cocoa and poultry producer groups in Guadalcanal, praising progress and rural impacts. Biosecurity planning: MAL and Biosecurity Solomon Islands will hold a validation workshop for the Biosecurity (SI) Strategy 2026–2036, focusing on financing, workforce and risk reduction. Conservation momentum: WCS says consultations are complete for the proposed Kavachi Seascape National Park in Marovo Lagoon, with community support for protecting the area from overfishing and harmful activities.

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Gold Ridge Women Farmers Expand  Poultry Production with SIART Support

Gold Ridge Women Farmers Expand Poultry Production with SIART Support

China-Funded RSDP Delivers 400 Solar-Powered Street Lights To Communities In East Honiara Constituency

China-Funded RSDP Delivers 400 Solar-Powered Street Lights To Communities In East Honiara Constituency

WORLD BANK REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR SOLOMON ISLANDS AGRICULTURE

WORLD BANK REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR SOLOMON ISLANDS AGRICULTURE


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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

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China

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Aug. 11, 2026

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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

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China

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May 7, 2026

Solomon Islands Set for New PM Vote on May 15

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