Tag: Solomon Islands
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Solomon Islands to push Bougainville independence on Pacific Islands Forum agenda after talks with Papua New Guinea
So I will be going to Moresby any time over the next few weeks to further those discussions and then have a much clearer idea,” he… Read more
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Solomon Islands to subject future security deals to parliamentary scrutiny under proposed Standing Orders amendments
“Unfortunately, the China Security Agreement includes a non-disclosure provision. Read more
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Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale visits New Zealand to deepen bilateral ties on development, climate resilience and governance reforms
Wale, who took office only weeks ago, held a working breakfast in Auckland on Monday with New Zealand’s new foreign minister, Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters, ahead of… Read more
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Solomon Islands PM Wale pledges anti-corruption purge and closer regional ties during New Zealand visit
Wale said he has already begun purging his administration and promised more dismissals as part of a hardline campaign against corruption and misuse of public funds. Read more
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Australia and Solomon Islands begin talks on comprehensive strategic treaty to deepen security and development cooperation
Albanese framed the step as a capability-building advance that builds on the Pacific Policing Initiative launched at the Pacific Islands Forum in recent years. Read more
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Australia and Solomon Islands back Pacific-led security, climate action and expanded policing under the Pacific Policing Initiative
The leaders underscored Pacific unity as essential amid growing geopolitical competition, economic strains and climate threats. Read more
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Solomon Islands youth survey finds distrust in public finances and judiciary, demands transparency, stronger rule of law and equitable development as 64% plan to vote
The survey collected responses from youth across several provinces, including Malaita, Isabel, Guadalcanal, Western Province and Honiara. Read more
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Solomon Islands opposition warns fee-free education must be paired with investment to maintain learning quality
It is another thing to deliver quality education,” repeating concerns that delayed grants, inadequate learning materials, overcrowded classrooms and overstretched teachers would blunt the intended benefits. Read more
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Australia and Solomon Islands push for a comprehensive treaty and revived police pact to curb Beijing’s influence in the Pacific
Wale, making his first overseas trip since being chosen by the Solomons’ parliament last month, arrived in Canberra on Monday and received a formal red‑carpet welcome… Read more
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Solomon Islands PM Wale in Australia for First Overseas Visit Ahead of Canberra Leaders’ Meeting on Security, Development and Climate Resilience
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale has arrived in Australia for his first official overseas visit since taking office, ahead of a scheduled Leaders’ Meeting with… Read more