Economy Archive May 2015
9 articles
No Tsunami Warning After Strong Quake
A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck off the Solomon Islands this morning, but no tsunami warning was issued and no major damage was expected.
Tautai Addresses Health Assembly
The Solomon Islands Minister for Health and Medical Services, Hon. Dr Kaitu’u Tautai Angikimua, has addressed the 68th World Health Assembly, with a theme ‘Building Resilient Health Systems’, which took place in Geneva from 18-26 May 2015.
Government Approves Bauxite Export
The Government this week has announced a Cabinet approval to allow a limited shipment of stockpiled bauxite extracted from a pit on Rennell Island operated by PT Mega Bingtang Borneo Company.
Government Approves New Ports Charges
The Solomon Islands Minister of Finance and Treasury, Hon. Snyder Rini has approved a new levy of rates and dues for the Solomon Islands Ports Authority.
Sogavare Urges Landowners to Avail Land
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says the availability of more lands and environment allows for tourism exploration to develop Solomon Islands.
Culture Highlighted as Unique Tourism Product
The Solomon Islands Minister for Culture and Tourism Bartholomew Parapolo says the country’s diverse and unique cultures is an important tourist attraction that must be harnessed in the country’s development agenda.
Solomons Remain Priority in Australian Budget
Solomon Islands will remain the third largest recipient of Australian aid globally according to the Australian Government 2015-16 Budget, delivered this week.
Bauxite Company Given Notice
A second Bauxite Mining company operating on Rennell Island in Solomon Islands was given a 14 days’ notice to respond to the government or face cancellation of its mining lease for failure to meet conditions.
Fresh Look at WW2 Legacy
Today, the Solomon Islands National Museum is hosting an exhibition of 'World War 2 bombs in the Solomon Islands' at the National Art Gallery in Honiara starting on May 14.