Politics Archive June 2020
Businesses Informed About the Trade Dispute Panel
The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), as the peak body representing private sector in the country, welcomes opportunity for companies and industry to be involved in consultations currently underway in reviewing the country’s Trade Dispute Panel (TDP) Act.
37 YO Male Charged With Murder
Officers of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force at Henderson Police station have arrested and charged a 37-year-old male person for the alleged murder of another male person in his 50s at Keuna Village in the Marumbo area of West Guadalcanal on 14 June 2020.
Chief Justice Receives Latest Legal Books from British High Commission
Chief Justice, Sir Albert R. Palmer CBE today received a consignment of books covering the latest legal developments across the Commonwealth.
Humanitarian Aid is Never a Crime: Kenilorea
Hon. Peter Kenilorea Jr, MP for East Are Are and Chair of the Parliamentary Foreign Relations Committee, has reminded national authorities that humanitarian aid is never a crime.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Clarifies Use of Diplomatic Pouch
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade (MFAET) explains that the use of diplomatic pouch or bags is governed by the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.
Island Sun Apologises to RSIPF
On 15 June 2020, the Island Sun newspaper printed a front page story with the headline: “Police Brutality” alleging that the RSIPF Central Response Unit (CRU) at the Honiara City Central Police Station was responsible for the bashing of a victim on the night of Saturday 13 June 2020 in Honiara.
Opposition Leader Calls on Government Not to Extend SOE
The Leader of Opposition, Hon. Matthew Wale calls on the government not to extend the state of emergency (SOE) period.
Solomon Islands Elected into UN Economic and Social Council
Foreign Minister, Hon Jeremiah Manele, announces that Solomon Islands wins seat on the United Nations Economic and Social Council for the term 2021 - 2023.
Opposition Leader Responds to Foreign Minister
The Leader of the Opposition Hon. Matthew Wale described foreign minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele’s recent comments against him, as dodgy and misguided.
Public Servants Full Salary to be Reinstated: PM
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has announced that Cabinet has agreed to reinstate full salary for all public servants.
MHMS Receives More PPEs from PRC
The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) continues to be grateful for the ongoing support by the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC’s), along with other donor partners, towards ensuring that the Ministry is well prepared to combat possible entry and outbreak of COVID-19.
Australia’s Direct Aid Program Funds Five New Community Projects
The Australian High Commission is funding five new community-led projects in Malaita and Guadalcanal under its Direct Aid Program (DAP).
Western and Choiseul COVID-19 Coordination and Operational Gaps Addressed
Coordination and operational gaps of provincial emergency response agencies in the Western and Choiseul province has been identified and re-aligned as part of the whole-of-government -approach for COVID-19 preparedness plans.
SICCI Roundtable Highlights Opportunities for Raising Government Revenue from Businesses
The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) hosted a roundtable meeting on Wednesday 3 June 2020 to discuss ways in which the Solomon Islands Government (SIG) can maximize its opportunities for revenue collection from businesses.
Solomon Islands High Commissioner Thanks Fiji Government
The Solomon Islands High Commissioner to Fiji, Mr. William Soaki has thanked the Government of Fiji for authorizing the permit and clearance for the Solomon Airlines A320 aircraft to repatriate Solomon Islands Nationals who were stranded there for more than two months.