Politics News December 2008

Businessman Suggests Option for Government Motion
The government should turn to the Prerogative of Mercy in its efforts to allow former Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza time instead of using the Parliament.Honiara businessman, Ferris Fera, raised the suggestion following a motion moved yesterday by the Prime Minister Dr Derek Sikua seeking approval to delay the time for which the Parliamentary seat of former prime minister Sir Allan Kemakeza is declared vacant, until such time the Court of Appeal decides on his... more
Parliament Passes Motion on Sir Allan
Parliament has passed a motion which sought Parliament to delay the time for which the Parliamentary seat of former prime minister Sir Allan Kemakeza is declared vacant until such time the Court of Appeal decides on his conviction.Prime Minister Dr Derek Sikua moved the motion yesterday. Dr. Sikua said Sir Allan has done a lot for the country and it is fitting for Parliament to accord him the opportunity to pursue his appeal. Leader of Opposition, Manasseh... more
Israel Looking to Establish Honorary Consul
Israel Ambassador, Michael Ronen in a Press Conference last week stated that the Israel government has issued a formal letter to the Solomon Islands government to establish an Honorary Consul of Israel in the Solomon Islands. Ambassador Ronen stated that he has appointed Mr. Leliana Firisua as the Consul, but further stated that they are currently awaiting reply from the Solomon Island government. With the establishment of a Consulate, Ambassador Ronen stated that... more
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Voter registration
By STEVE BANI Vura Heights, East Honiara
Call to Reduce Common Nuisance in Honiara.
By GEOFFREY MAURIASI USP, Lacuala Campus, Fiji
Anti Corruption Bill
By CHARLES KOULI Gizo, Western Province

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