SI: ADAPTION TO THE NEW REALITY OF DIGITALISATION
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Oct-2019
Last week readers of the news in the Solomon Islands were told the Solomon Islands government was seeking funding to construct a new 4G network to serSI. $2.3 MILLION APPROVED TO MONITOR SOE REGULATIONS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 29-Oct-2019
ABOUT 2.3 million dollars was approved to fund the engagement of women, youth and students to monitor State of Emergency Regulations, especially withTEMPORARY SHUT DOWN OF WATER SUPPLY IM HONIARA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 29-Oct-2019
Over the weekend Solomon Water turned off its Kongulai Pump Station and Gravity Supply system, which supplies about 40% of its customers in Honiara.SI: HISTORIC LINKS WITH COMMONWEALTH AND THE CROWN
Quoting Radio New Zealand 29-Oct-2019
We have read much in recent weeks about changing alliances and geo-political moves but to me stories attributed to the CommonwealthNZn TO ENHANCE LINKS WITH PACIFIC MILITARIES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 29-Oct-2019
“New Zealand is looking to enhance its partnerships with the Pacific's militaries, in a new assessment released today.OFFICIAL VISIT TO THE SOLOMON ISLANDS BY HRH THE PRINCE OF WALES, PRINCE CHARLES.
Quoting Radio New Zealand 29-Oct-2019
It has been announced that His Royal Highness Prince of Wales, Prince Charles, will pay his first ever visit Solomon Islands next month.TWO GOOD NEWS STORIES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Oct-2019
Two items of news I can share this Sunday evening which herald positive developments.SI: TWO POSITIVE ITEMS OF NEWS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Oct-2019
Two items of news I can share this Sunday evening which herald positive developments.SOLOMON ISLANDS WANTING $US 10 MILLION IN DIRECT BUDGET SUPPORT FROM THE WORLD BANK
Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Oct-2019
Solomon Islands is seeking $US10 million in direct budget support from the World Bank.PACIFIC MEASLES OUTBREAK
Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Oct-2019
“While measles outbreaks in the Pacific are not yet under control, governments are being aggressive in their response to limit the virus'sMARSHALL ISLANDS SIGNS A TRADE DEAL WITH TAIWAN
Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Oct-2019
The Marshall Islands president Hilda Heine has met with her Taiwanese counterpart and witnessed the signing of a trade deal between the two countries.SI: IMPLICATIONS OF DECLINING REVENUE FROM LOGGING
Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Oct-2019
The Central Bank’s Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) for September 2019 expressed that there would have to be new revenue measures in place to filSI: TWO AUSTRALIAN SHIPS TO ASSIST WITH SURVEY WORK AT BINA HARBOUR
Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Oct-2019
TWO Australian ships will also be here shortly in Solomon Islands to assist with surveying work at Bina Harbour in Malaita.GOLD RIDGE MINE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Oct-2019
“The Gold Ridge goldmine in Solomon Islands was officially re-launched today in Central Guadalcanal.TUVALU PM SEEKING JAPANESE HELP FOR AN ARTIFICIAL ISLAND
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Oct-2019
“Tuvalu's prime minister says his country is looking to Japan for assistance in creating an "artificial island".EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Oct-2019
It was claimed during the Forum that aboutone in every three children in the Solomon Islands experiences stunted growth,MORE ASSURANCES NEEDED ON THE FULL RESTORATION OF RURAL HEALTH CENTRES AND HEALTH SERVICES IN THE SOLOMONS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Oct-2019
I am aware that an ‘Awareness Workshop’ has recently been held in Honiara organized by the Policy Implementation, Monitoring and EvaluatioPACIFIC STRATEGY MEETING IN HONIARA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Oct-2019
“The Solomon Islands Government and United Nations held a Joint High Level Dialogue in Honiara yesterday.SOLOMONS LDC STATUS EXPECTED TO CHANGE IN 2024
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Oct-2019
“SOLOMON Islands will be graduating from its status as a Least Developed Countries (LDCs) in 2024.MEASLES OUTBREAK IN NZ BEING MONITORED BY FIJI
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Oct-2019
“Health authorities in Fiji are monitoring measles outbreaks in New Zealand and across the Pacific.SI: HIGH SPEED INTERNET SCHEDULED FOR FEBRUARY 2020
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Oct-2019
Solomon Islanders are expected to start using high speed internet in February 2020.MEASLES OUTBREAK IN NZ BEING MONITORED BY FIJI (2)
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Oct-2019
“Health authorities in Fiji are monitoring measles outbreaks in New Zealand and across the Pacific.VURA CHS GRADUATION CEREMONY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Oct-2019
“Vura community high school (CHS) in East Honiara, Wednesday successfully staged its annual 2019 school graduation day.SI: INCREASED SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF SEXUAL AND GENDER BASED VIOLENCE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Oct-2019
“THE Family Support Center (FSC) and UN Women Fiji Multi-Country Office (MCO) on Wednesday launched a new agreement that increases support serviCHINA 'GIFTING' STADIUM TO THE SOLOMON ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Oct-2019
“The main stadium for the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara will be a gift from the Chinese People to the people of Solomon Islands.INTERNATIONAL AWARD FOR A YOUNG PNG SCIENTIST
Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Oct-2019
“A young Papua New Guinean scientist has been granted an international award for her revolutionary research in the field of agriculture.SI: STEPS TO GROWING THE ECONOMY AND REDUCING INFLATION
Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Oct-2019
I recall having read most recently that the country’s national inflation had climbed to 0.7 percent in July and that production figures were dowAUSTRALIAN NAVY SHIP ON VISIT TO THE SOLOMON ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Oct-2019
THE Royal Australian Navy ship HMAS Adelaide arrives today in Honiara to support Joint Task Force 637 partnership activities in Solomon Islands.CHINESE EMBASSY IN SOLOMONS SOON
Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Oct-2019
“A high level taskforce from Peoples Republic of China (PRC) are here to set up their country’s Embassy in Honiara, a first step to establTHE POSSIBLE POTENTIAL OF FRUITS AND FRUIT JUICE EXPORTS FROM THE SOLOMON ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Oct-2019
Last week I wrote a letter about the potential of Solomon Islands agricultural products being seen by likely Chinese investors as potential export comSI NZ OPENS CHANCERY OFFICE IN HONIARA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 24-Oct-2019
“NEW Zealand High Commission opened its Chancery Office in Honiara yesterday graced by Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare.SI WORLD BANK's PPR PROGRAM/PROJECT IN THE PACIFIC
Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Oct-2019
It is days like today, when the temperature at midday is already over 36 c and humid in Bangkok, and quite possibly hotter outside than it was this tiPROPOSAL FOR HONIARA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Oct-2019
“THE Chairman of the Honiara Partnership Committee (HPC) Judah Suimae says Honiara will be declared an “Environmental learning City”GOLD RIDGE MINE AND PROPOSED NEW DEVELOPMENT
Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Oct-2019
“A closed Solomon Islands' gold mine is set to be officially relaunched this weekend.LAW REFORM PLANS FOR THE SOLOMON ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Oct-2019
“That’s according to one of the commissioners of the Law Reform Commission (LRC) Ruth Liloqula.SI FISHERIES MINISTER HOLDS TALKS IN JAPAN
Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Oct-2019
“The Honourable Ghiro who led a small delegation comprising the Permanent Secretary Dr Christain Ramofafia, Director Mr Edward Honiwala and theWORLD BANK FUNDING FOR SEA WALL IN THE MARSHALL ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Oct-2019
“The Marshall Islands Government says World Bank funding will help it design and build a new seawall on Ebeye.YOUTH DECISION MAKING RIGHTS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Oct-2019
There is no shortage of young people in the Solomon Islands with positive views on decision making and already advocating change for the better in terMALAITA's VIEW ON CHINESE DEVELOPMENT LOANS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Oct-2019
“A Solomon Islands province won't accept any development loans from China, as concern rises over investments from Beijing.INTERNATIONAL CARGO TERMINAL FOR NAURU
Quoting Radio New Zealand 23-Oct-2019
“Work has begun on the construction of Nauru's first international cargo terminal at the Aiwo Boat Harbour area.SI: SEEKING SUPPORT FROM CHINA FOR 2023 PACIFIC GAMES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Oct-2019
“Solomon Islands has submitted a detailed proposal to China for support in hosting the 2023 Pacific Games.CHINA BEING URGED TO TAKE THE LEAD ON REDUCING EMISSIONS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Oct-2019
It was also reported today, Tuesday, that Vanuatu's Foreign Minister has also asked China to reduce carbon emissions and put an end to coal.MEASLES ALERT IN TONGA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Oct-2019
Tonga's Ministry of Health has issued a measles alert after 13 members of a school rugby team developed symptoms of the virus after returning froPAKISTAN AMBASSADOR CALLS ON SOLOMONS PM
Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Oct-2019
“Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has received a courtesy visit from Islamic Republic of Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Solomon Islands HSI CONSULTATION PAPER ON PUBLIC ORDER OFFENCES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Oct-2019
“THE Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs Makario Tagini has launched the Law Reform Commission (LRC) consultation paper on Public Order OffenA FURTHER CALL FOR CHINA TO REDUCE EMISSIONS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 22-Oct-2019
“Vanuatu's Foreign Minister has asked China to reduce carbon emissions and put an end to coal.PIF ENCOURAGES CHINA TO TAKE THE LEAD IN REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Oct-2019
“The Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General is encouraging China to do more to reduce its carbon emissions.SI: A BEAUTY CONTESTANT WITH A STRONG MESSAGE ON CANCER AND CANCER PREVENTION
Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Oct-2019
“The beauty of participating in the Miss Solomon Pageant is not about the physical appearance but to be able to speak out for people and voice oNZs FOREIGN MINISTER SAYS UKs BUDGET FOR THE PACIFIC TOO SMALL
Quoting Radio New Zealand 21-Oct-2019
“The United Kingdom (UK) "walked out" on the Pacific and needs to up its aid to the region, New Zealand's Foreign Minister says.SI: FUNDING SOURCES BEHIND ROAD DEVELOPMENTS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 20-Oct-2019
It was reported in Honiara last week that the engineering and development consultancy, SMEC, had been appointed to design and overlook infras
WHAT CAN BE EXPECTED FROM CHINA TO AID MEDICAL SERVICES IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS?
Quoting Radio New Zealand 20-Oct-2019
Two recent stories have combined to focus my thoughts today on what might be expected from China by way of direct aid to the health sector in the SoloA RESOLUTION AIMED AT BUILDING NEW HEALTH FACILITIES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 19-Oct-2019
It was relayed tonight, Saturday, in a broadcast by the SIBC that the Core Ministerial Coordinating Committee (CMCC) within the Prime Minister’sPREVENTATIVE MEASURES AGAINST MEASLES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 19-Oct-2019
Only 62% of school children in American Samoa have completed the two doses of the Mumps, Measles and Rubella vaccination, prompting health officials tSI: GOVERNOR-GENERAL AS A SYMBOL OF UNITY AND HOPE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 19-Oct-2019
His Excellency Sir David Vunagi was knighted by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with the Most Distinguished Order of Saint Michael and Saint George atMARSHALL ISLANDS JOINS THE UN HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL
Quoting Radio New Zealand – 18-Oct-2019
The Marshall Islands is among 14 new member countries elected to the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva.6 COOK's SOLDIERS REMEMBERED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 18-Oct-2019
The names of six Cook Islands First World War soldiers are being added to the New Zealand and Commonwealth War Graves Commission's official rollsSI: SOVEREIGN RIGHTS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 18-Oct-2019
The meeting came about following the newly established Sino-SI diplomatic relationship.SI: ROAD UPGRADE UNDERWAY
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 18-Oct-2019
SECOND phase of the Upgrading of Kukum Highway is scheduled to commence soon.SI: PREMIERS PLEDGE SUPPORT FOR SINO-SI TIES.
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 18-Oct-2019
Nine provincial premiers have pledged their support towards the newly established Sino-SI diplomatic relationship which is expected to bring about robSI: THE POTENTIAL OF AGRICULTURAL BASED PRODUCTS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Oct-2019
For some considerable time, I have often written to the local media about the potential rewards from cultivating and marketing good quality kava, giveBENEFITS OF GROWING KAVA
uoting the Solomon Star newspaper 17-Oct-2019
LOCAL farmers have been encouraged to start planting kava because of its high demand and financial benefit.SI: PROJECTS TO BE GIVEN PRIORITY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Oct-2019
According to the Prime Minister, the Hon. Manasseh Sogavare, China is ready to fund projects across the country under its Belt and Road Initiative.KAVA SUCCESS IN NEW ZEALAND
Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Oct-2019
An Australian-Fijian kava company has gained its first New Zealand supplier, as demand for the beverage soars.VANUATU: EXPELLED STUDENTS ALLOWED TO RETURN
Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Oct-2019
Vanuatu's Shefa Provincial Board has ordered the reinstatement of 31 students expelled from one of the country's most prestigious schools foKAVA SUCCESS STORY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Oct-2019
An Australian-Fijian kava company has gained its first New Zealand supplier, as demand for the beverage soars.SI: LOCAL PERFORMERS IN SYDNEY FOR MILITARY TATTOO
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 17-Oct-2019
THE Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has flown two cultural performance groups from Solomon Islands to Australia to perform at the largest ever RoyalMEASLES ONGOING IN SAMOA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Oct-2019
“Following the declaration of a measles epidemic in Samoa, the health ministry says emergency procedures are underway as the governmenMOU SIGNED FOR CYCLONE INSURANCE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Oct-2019
“Fiji, October 17, 2019– IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, and the Fijian Government have signed an agreement that paves the way to hSI: GOVERNOR GENERAL VISITS LONDON COLLEGE OF ARMS
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 17-Oct-2019
“GOVERNOR General Sir David Vunagi has appreciated the process of design and granting of Coat of Arms by the British Monarch to Individuals andVANUATU LOOKING TO WORLD COURT TO HOLD POLLUTERS TO ACCOUNT
Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Oct-2019
“Vanuatu is looking to the International Court of Justice, also known as the World Court, in its quest to hold polluters to account, a leading cMAJOR INVESTMENT IN THE MARSHALL ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 17-Oct-2019
“The project would also usher in improved safety of port operations at main centres and outer island docks and strengthen maritime transport acrSI: THE POTENTIAL FOR CHINESE TOURISTS AND POSSBILY FRUIT EXPORTS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Oct-2019
“The demand for authentic cultural and natural experiences has been increasing globally, particularly among the island countries of the Pacific.SOLOMON ISLANDS GOVERNOR GENERAL RECEIVING KNIGHTHOOD
Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Oct-2019
His Excellency Sir David Vunagi, Solomon Islands Governor General is in London and will receive his knighthood from Her Majesty the Queen in an investSI: RCDF TO STOP FOR MP's UNDER NEW DEAL WITH CHINA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 16-Oct-2019
An article in today’s Solomon Star newspaper written by Andrew Fanasia said Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has confirmed China’s support