Government Archive July 2013
Futsal Loss a Wake-Up Call
The Solomon Islands Futsal coach Dickson Kadau says his side’s disappointing performance at the Oceania Invitational tournament in Auckland is a massive wake-up call.
SICCI Welcomes PNG Trade and Investment Mission
The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry says the current PNG trade and investment mission to the country bodes well for business relationships between the two countries.
Hospital Make Do With Limited Doctors
The Solomon Islands Referral hospital's severe shortage of doctors is creating pressure for each units to function properly.
Strike Called Off After Court Order
The union representing Solomon Islands teachers says has it little confidence the government will honor a court order to meet all outstanding wage commitments, despite ending its strike.
Fisherman Plans to Resume Dolphin Export
A Solomon Islands fisherman says he plans to resume exporting live dolphins to countries like China and Dubai because the Government in Honiara has broken its promise.
Vanuatu and Solomons Commit to Strengthening Ties
The Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Hon. Gordon Darcy Lilo has highlighted the importance of strengthening the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) and its visions for the benefit of the Melanesian people.
Ministry of Environment Now Has Permanent Secretary
Solomon Islands Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster and Meteorology has a new Permanent Secretary.
Kola Reinstated Following Allegations
The acting head of the Solomon Islands Police has confirmed the reinstatement of the deputy commissioner Walter Kola.
New Zealand and Solomon Islands Held Bilaterals
Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Hon. Gordon Darcy Lilo has held bilateral talks with his New Zealand counterpart, John Key at the Office of the Prime Minister.
Transparency Conducts Workshop in Malaita
Transparency Solomon Islands has made a good start to its Provincial Visits Program with a successful first day in Auki, Malaita Province.
Solomon Islanders Speak Through Survey
The independent People’s Survey which collected feedback from communities throughout the nation has revealed that the people of Solomon Islands want better education in order to aspire to a sustainable income, on social, trade and governance issues.
Fijian Forces Praised Over Solomon Visit
Fijian police officers who returned from the Solomon Islands after conducting community policing outreach programs there were told to make an impact at home now.
RAMSI Anniversary Expect Highlevel Attendance
Two Presidents and five Prime Ministers from the Pacific Islands Forum countries have confirmed their attendance to the RAMSI 10th Anniversary in Honiara, Solomon Islands next week.
Business Visits Raise Tourism Rates
Tourism numbers in the Solomon Islands have been boosted following an increase in the number of business conferences and meetings held there, according to the latest 2012 figures.
Teachers Go on Strike Again
Teachers in Solomon Islands are on an indefinite strike again for the third time this year over the government's failure to adjust the teachers' pay.
Ngele Presents Credentials
Solomon Islands High Commissioner accredited to Malaysia, Victor Ngele has finally presented his letter of Credence to the King of Malaysia, His Majesty, Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
Logging Companies Close Account
The Central Bank of Solomon Islands has confirmed that 14 logging company accounts held by commercial banks in the country have been closed.
SINTA Creates Another Strike Threat
Teachers throughout the country once again go on another strike after the Solomon Islands national teachers association (SINTA) is unsatisfied with how the government has been dealing with their issues.
Integration Important for Climate Change and Disaster Management
"Solomon Islands is in a great position to integrate climate change and disaster risk management."
Sri Lanka and Solomons Establish Relationship
The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and Solomon Islands has established formal diplomatic relations on 3rd July 2013.
People Encouraged to Have Supsup Gardens
People in the Solomon Islands capital are being encouraged to return to the practice of cultivating their own supsup gardens as a means of providing fresh foods.
NPF Members to Receive Bonus
The Solomon Islands National Provident Fund (SINPF) members can expect an increase in their balance as of yesterday after the declaration of a 20-percent interest rate to members’ contribution worth $246.2 million (US$33.7 million).
Criminal Investigators Requested to Receive Corruption Cases
Transparency Solomon Islands has called on the country’s corruption watchdog to refer serious cases to criminal investigators.
Corruption Remains A Problem
A Solomon Islands cabinet minister says there is entrenched corruption in government ministries and a new controversial law is all part of fixing the problem.