Solomon Islands
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Solomon Islands to Deploy Eight RSIPF Officers to UN Mission in South Sudan in March, Marking Return to Peacekeeping
Eight RSIPF officers are headed to a UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan, marking the Solomon Islands’ return to international policing after 2016–2018 deployments. The move comes after Australian-led pre-deployment training and broad multi‑agency planning, signaling a renewed commitment to multilateral security efforts. The assignment promises hands-on community policing and capacity-building experience abroad, with potential…
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Solomon Islands central bank warns of higher fuel and electricity costs as global oil shock bites
Global oil markets stay under pressure amid ongoing regional tensions, hinting at rising fuel and power costs. The Solomon Islands’ central bank warns households and businesses to brace for higher energy bills, with impacts likely starting mid-2026. With most fuels imported, energy costs could ripple through transport and electricity, tightening already stretched budgets.