AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEducation Policy: Solomon Islands’ free education push is back in focus as PM Matthew Wale reiterates rollout from ECE to SINU and TAFE/TVET, while the Opposition questions whether the government has the funding and groundwork for classrooms, teachers, labs and learning materials. STEM & Skills: A STEM Science Showcase programme in Honiara encouraged secondary students with hands-on sessions on medicines, genomes, plants and the environment, backed by SINU and partners. Health Cooperation: A Solomon Islands delegation explored healthcare collaboration with India’s Yashoda Medicity, discussing specialised care and clinical knowledge exchange. Trade & Innovation: Honiara will host the 2026 Annual National Trade Fair (Sept 9–16) at SINU’s FOPA Village, aiming to spotlight local products, enterprise, culture and technology. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: North Malaita’s new Malu’u Market project is advancing with a completed 120-metre seawall and mangrove planting, employing local workers. Governance & Tech in Services: SIEC is strengthening election capacity through an Australian Electoral Commission knowledge exchange that includes e-learning and training systems. Science & Safety: A 5.9-magnitude quake hit Solomon Islands, according to GFZ.
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