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Urgent call for multidisciplinary action to transform Solomon Islands’ domestic agrifood systems
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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June 20, 2025
A bold and urgent call for multidisciplinary collaboration has set the tone for decisive collective action to transform the Solomon Islands’ domestic agrifood system. Supervising Permanent Secretary (PS) and Deputy Secretary – Corporate (DSC),...
Sexual health screening for PALM workers
Fijivillage
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By: Mikaela Seymour and Stefanie Vaccher Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme workers and employers consistently rate healthcare, including access to sexual and reproductive health services, as a primary concern. However, little is...
Solomon Islands Ocean Commitment
Tavuli News
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June 16, 2025
The Solomon Islands has strengthened its pledge to develop sustainable ocean food systems as a pathway to reduce poverty and improve food security. Speaking at the Ocean Action Panel in Nice, Minister for Fisheries and Marine Resources Hon....
‘Science and technology cornerstones for agriculture transformation’
The Islandsun
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June 18, 2025
BY JOHN HOUANIHAU Minister for Agriculture and Livestock (MAL) Franklyn Wasi highlighted science and technology as cornerstones for agriculture transformation. He said the above when he delivered a keynote address at the International Tropical...
China irks NZ as its influence spreads in the South Pacific
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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June 23, 2025
Hong Kong, June 23 (ANI): The Pacific Islands are considered a point of vulnerability for Chinese encroachment and influence peddling, and the Cook Islands is following in the footsteps of Vanuatu and Solomon Islands in signing strategic deals...
Judicial Symposium 2025 Opens in Honiara
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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June 18, 2025
HONIARA, 19 JUNE 2025 – Judicial Officers across the Pacific and international fisheries legal experts are gathering in Honiara over a three (3) days Symposium. This marks yet another significant regional event co-hosted by the Honourable Chief...
World News | China Irks NZ as Its Influence Spreads in the South Pacific
Latestly
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June 23, 2025
Hong Kong, June 23 (ANI): The Pacific Islands are considered a point of vulnerability for Chinese encroachment and influence peddling, and the Cook Islands is following in the footsteps of Vanuatu and Solomon Islands in signing strategic deals...
Solomon Islands Announces New Marine Protected Areas at UNOC3 Side Event
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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June 12, 2025
Nice, France – Wednesday 11 June 2025 – The Solomon Islands today reaffirmed its strong commitment to ocean conservation during the launch of the “Closing the Ocean Gap” report at a side event of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3),...
SOLOMON ISLANDS JOINS THE ASIAN INFRACRUCTURE INVESTMENT BANK (AIIB)
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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June 11, 2025
The Minister of Finance and Treasury, Honourable Harry D. Kuma is pleased to announce that Solomon Islands is now a Regional Member of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). Solomon Islands first applied to be a member of AIIB in 2023....
USD 8.9 Million Approved For Climate-Resilient Agriculture In Solomon Islands
Scoop
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Saturday, 14 June 2025, 6:40 am Press Release: FAO Bangkok, 10 June 2025 – The Least Developed Countries Fund (LDCF) has approved USD 8.9 million in grant funding for an FAO-led initiative to strengthen food security and climate resilience in the...
Solomon Islands announces moratorium on Deep Sea mining to safeguard Ocean health
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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June 10, 2025
The Solomon Islands government has announced a moratorium on deep sea prospecting and mining, reaffirming its commitment to protect the nation’s rich marine environment and support sustainable ocean use. This decision was highlighted by Prime...
Solomon Islands Advances Maritime Sovereignty Efforts Amid Climate Change Challenges
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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June 10, 2025
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele has outlined the government’s ongoing efforts to secure maritime boundaries and strengthen ocean governance amid escalating climate threats at the UN Oceans Conference currently underway in Nice, France. Solomon...
Solomon Islands Reaffirms Commitment to Protect Key Blue Ecosystems
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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June 10, 2025
At the 3rd United Nations Oceans Conference,Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele highlighted the country’s strong commitment to protecting vital blue ecosystems, including coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangroves. Prime Minister Manele emphasized...
Solomon Islands Calls for Global Ocean Action and Highlights Moratorium on Deep-Sea Mining at UN Oceans Conference
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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June 9, 2025
The Minister for Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology, Hon. Trevor Manemahaga, today issued a strong call to action for the protection and restoration of marine and coastal ecosystems, during a panel session at the...
Solomon Islands Joins Global Leaders as UN Ocean Conference Officially Opens in France
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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June 9, 2025
NICE, France – Monday, 9 June 2025 — The Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3) officially opens today in Nice, France, bringing together world leaders, regional organizations, scientists, and civil society actors to advance urgent action...
A milestone achievement and Groundbreaking Advancement in Cardiac Care, A FIRST for Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation
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June 12, 2025
The National Referral Hospital (NRH) marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of its first-ever Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) performed on Thursday 5th June 2025. Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a...
Small Islands, Big Solutions: Solomon Islands Prime Minister
Tavuli News
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June 12, 2025
Nice, France – Wednesday, 11 June 2025 – At a time when global leaders are seeking solutions to safeguard the world’s oceans, Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele delivered a clear and hopeful message at the Third UN Ocean Conference:...
“It’s Our Lifeline”: Solomon Islands Tells Global Leaders to Prioritize Ocean Food Systems at UN Summit
Tavuli News
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June 12, 2025
Nice, France – Wednesday, June 11, 2025 – Solomon Islands Minister for Fisheries and Marine Resources, Bradley Tovosia, told world leaders at a UN Ocean Conference side event today that protecting aquatic food systems is not just sound policy—it...
SI Group Signs Exclusive MOU in Support of Solomon Islands' First Special Economic Zone
Antara
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June 12, 2025
Hanoi, Vietnam (ANTARA/PRNewswire)- SI Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of the Solomon Islands to serve as a strategic adviser and priority investor in the development and international promotion of the...
Solomon Islands Joins UN Ocean Conference in France
Tavuli News
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June 9, 2025
The Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3) officially opens today in Nice, France, bringing together world leaders, regional organizations, scientists, and civil society actors to advance urgent action for the protection and sustainable...