NEW TIES CEMENTED IN BEIJING
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 10-Oct-2019
“China and the Solomon Islands signed an agreement to work together on President Xi Jinping's flagship foreign policy initiative, the BeltCOOK ISLANDS CONFIDENT OF FOREIGN AID CONTINUING
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2019
“The Cook Islands is confident of continued foreign aid despite reaching developed nation status.PACIFIC AIR SAFETY IMPROVED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2019
“The Pacific Aeronautical Charting and Procedures project upgraded decades-old flight approaches and aviation charts at 39 airports across nineADB CONTINGENT DISASTER FINANCING
Quoting the SIBC 09-Oct-2019
“The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved 24-million dollars in contingent disaster financing for the second phase of the Pacific DisasterFIRST TEAM FROM CHINA (PRC) ARRIVES IN HONIARA
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 09-Oct-2019
“The Chinese Comprehensive Investigation Team led by Chef de Mission, Mr Liang Congzhong have met with government officials in the Prime MinisteWHO's 5-YEAR TARGET
Quoting Radio New Zealand 09-Oct-2019
“WHO was working with its member states to address key threats to human health in the coming five years and Dr Kasai had identified four broad tSICCI INCLUDED IN SIG DELEGATION TO BEIJING
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 09-Oct-2019
“SICCI, as the peak body representing private sector in the country, respects the Government’s decisions regarding its foreign relations pSI: AUSTRALIA CONSIDERING BUILDING A SECURITY OUTPOST IN THE SOLOMONS WESTERN PROVINCES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Oct-2019
The Solomon Star newspaper today, Tuesday, contained an article saying Australiawill build a border and patrol boat outpost in Solomon Islands’SI EU AMBASSADOR SPEAKS OF THE EU's AMBITION
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Oct-2019
“AMBASSADOR-DESIGNATE of European Union (EU) to Solomon Islands His Excellency (H.E) Sujiro Seam has highlighted EU's ambition to further cSI: OPENING OF CONSULATE GENERAL IN BRISBANE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Oct-2019
It has been reported today, Tuesday, that the opening of the country’s first Consulate General Office in Brisbane on Friday 5th OctoberSINU TO OFFER HIGHER DEGREES IN 2020
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Oct-2019
The Vice-Chancellor of the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) Dr. Ganesh Chand made the announcement during the World Teachers’ DayA SUCCESS STORY FROM KIRIBATI
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Oct-2019
Kiribati has eliminated lymphatic filariasis, otherwise known as elephantiasis, after a 19-year-long public health campaign.SI EXPERIENCED NURSES LEAVE FOR VANUATU
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Oct-2019
THE SECOND batch of nurses, 43 in total left the country on Monday to take up new jobs in Vanuatu.SI THE EU STEPPING UP COOPERATION
Quoting Radio New Zealand 08-Oct-2019
“The European Union (EU) and Solomon Islands have agreed on a number of steps to further strengthen their bilateral relationship, including in tSI: SIKAIANA ISLAND SINKING AND TARO CROPS DESTROYED BY SALT WATER
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2019
Sikaiana Island, a low-lying island in Malaita Province, is on the verge of sinking due to sea-level rise.SI: TOURISTS NUMBERS AND REVENUE DOWN
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2019
“Tourist arrival saw a decline in the last six months.SI EMPOWERING YOUTHS IN NORTH AND EAST MALAITA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2019
In July this year World Vision in the Solomon Islands, with support from the New Zealand Government, launched a four-year initiative focused on empoweSI: IN LINE FOR VISA FREE ACCESS TO UKRAINE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2019
“Five Pacific Island countries have been earmarked by Ukraine for visa-free travel within five years.SI: INCOMING BRITISH HIGH COMMISSIONER
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2019
THE British Government on Thursday announced its new representative to Solomon Islands and Nauru.US IVLP PROGRAM OUTLINED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2019
According to a news item released today, Monday, by the SIBC, the U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer, Chad Morris, told SIBC News,GP TO REVIEW ITS FOREIGN RELATIONS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2019
THE Guadalcanal province is looking forward to renew, strengthen and improve its foreign policy with its global sister relations, says Premier FrancisDENGUE EMERGENCY EXTENDED IN THE MARSHALL ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 07-Oct-2019
The Marshall Islands extended its declaration of a national health emergency for another month Friday as dengue fever cases continue to mount.CHINESE MEDICAL AID TO SOLOMON ISLANDS NEIGHBOURS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 06-Oct-2019
In the run-up to the momentous decision to switch diplomatic ties to China, a fact-finding mission from the Solomon Islands visited neighbouring PacifREDUCING GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS BENEFICIAL TO PACIFIC SHIP OWNERS.
Quoting Radio New Zealand 06-Oct-2019
“Pacific domestic vessels equipped with solar systems are saving up to 32% per year on operational costs, equivalent to AUD 48,000 as part of aSI: JOB CREATION
Quoting Radio New Zealand 06-Oct-2019
Apart from the urgent need for tackling climate change and effectively delivering adaptation measures to prevent sea water incursion,SI: LEADERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL INTEREST
Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Oct-2019
He said he had noted that there was a very high level of tolerance of bad or poor leadership behavior and explained this could be attributed to localsA DUTY OF CARE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 05-Oct-2019
When Florence Teiraru of Buala Police Station spoke at a conference currently underway in Honiara, she expressed the words summarised in the heading tNOMNATED FOR THE POST OF SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE PACIFIC ISLANDS FORUM
Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2019
“Marshall Islands' Ambassador to the United States Gerald Zackios has been nominated for the post of Secretary General of the Pacific IslanSETTING NATIVE FORESTS PROTECTION TARGETS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2019
Pacific forestry leaders have agreed to set reforestation and native forest protection targets in a bid to help slow climate change.MOVES TO CURB USE OF BETEL NUT IN PAPUA NEW GUINEA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 04-Oct-2019
To combat the damaging impact of chewing betel nut a Papua New Guinea NGO is running No Betel Nut Day this Friday.A CALL TO TAKE THE LEAD ON CLIMATE CHANGE AND OCEAN CHANGE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2019
The United Nations Special Envoy for the Ocean wants the Pacific to use its 'unique moral authority and obligation' to lead global discussioTHE PACIFIC's COCONUT INDUSTRY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2019
According to Benjamin Robinson-Drawbridge, a RNZ Pacific Journalist, preserving and strengthening the Pacific's booming coconut industry hasLEADING BY EXAMPLE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2019
A praiseworthy story that caught my eye this morning, Thursday, was the piece written by Lachlan Eddie and published in the Solomon Star newspaper.SOLOMON ISLANDS PM TO VISIT CHINA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2019
PRIME Minister Manasseh Sogavare is due to leave for China early next week following a formal invitation by the Chinese Government.ADB FUNDING SOLOMONS URBAN WATER SUPPLY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2019
The project will provide increased access to safe water and improve sanitation in the urban areas of the Solomon Islands, greater Honiara area and fivUS CALLS FOR TAIWAN's ALLIES TO STAND TALL
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2019
The US and its allies need to "double down" in light of two countries switching recognition from Taiwan to China, a US Army senior commanderSI: HIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR GENERAL TO BE KNIGHTED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2019
“The Governor General, His Excellency the Rt. Reverend David Vunagi will be knighted by Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II on October 16 in London.SI: MP DELIVERS ON HIS ELECTION PROMISES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2019
NORTH Malaita Constituency is wasting no time with its development aspirations.NORWAY's DEAL WITH GABON TO MITIGATE CLIMATE CHANGE AND GREEN HOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 03-Oct-2019
For many years, deforestation through logging activities has had a major impact on the Solomon Islands rainforests and the same can be said of the sitNAURU GOVT LOOKING AT FUTURE PROSPERITY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Oct-2019
Nauru's new government plans to review the Nauru Rehabilitation Corporation and the state-owned miner RONPHOS.FIJI WORKSHOP ON 'RIGHTS'
Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Oct-2019
A workshop in Nadi this week is aiming to empower Fijians to learn more about their rights and how to use them.SI: THE AUSTRALIAN RELATIONSHIP
Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Oct-2019
It has been revealed that Solomon Island’s Foreign Minister, the Hon. Jeremiah Manele recently held bilateral talks with his Australian counterp"THE OCEAN AT BREAKING POINT"
Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Oct-2019
The report, which was written by more than 100 scientists and experts - including several from New Zealand, Australia and the PacificSIG MOVING TO ERADICATE POVERTY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Oct-2019
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Jeremiah Manele made the announcement and said the SIG had policies to eradicate poverty in the coA CALL FOR A UN OFFICE IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Oct-2019
“MINISTER of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Jeremiah Manele wants the United Nations to establish its office in Solomon Islands.AUSTRALIAN MARITIME SWEEP FOR ILLEGAL FISHING
Quoting Radio New Zealand 02-Oct-2019
“Australian Air Force planes have finished a two week hunt for illegal fishing boats in the North Pacific.SIMA PLANNING STRIKE ACTION
Quoting Radio New Zealand 01-Oct-2019
SOLOMON Islands medical association (SIMA) has issued government with a 28-day strike notice.NEW MINISTERS SWORN IN
Quoting Radio New Zealand 01-Oct-2019
Two new ministers have been sworn in by Solomon Islands' governor general today following the latest Cabinet sackings.WILL THE SOLOMON ISLANDS HEALTH AND MEDICAL SERVICES BENEFIT FROM CHINESE AID?
Quoting Radio New Zealand 01-Oct-2019
In recent years, the article added, China has expanded its initiatives in Africa as part of its health diplomacy, and supports infrastructure developmSI: CHINA SWITCH OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCED AT THE UNGA
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 01-Oct-2019
Foreign Affairs & External Trade minister Jeremiah Manele has formally announced the country’s recognition of Peoples Republic of China (PRCUS WANTS TUVALU AND TAIWAN TO CO-OPERATE MORE CLOSELY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 01-Oct-2019
The US Secretary of State has pushed for Tuvalu and Taiwan to cooperate more closely, as his country looks to shore up Taiwan's support in the reSI: RSIPF MEET WITH YOUTH IN HONIARA
Quoting the Solomon Times 01-Oct-2019
“Young people in Honiara and the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) have discussed how to work more closely together as partners to ensuSI: A CALL BEING MADE FOR THE PRIME MINISTER TO STEP DOWN
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 01-Oct-2019
“PRIME Minister Manasseh Sogavare is expected to receive a petition from Civil Society Organisations (CSO) today, calling on him to step down wiGRANTS AND LOANS FRM ADB
Quoting Radio New Zealand 01-Oct-2019
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD$28 million (SBD230 million) loan and a USD$9 million (SBD74 million) grant for the Urban Water SupSI: TWO GOVERNMENT MINISTERS SACKED AND ANOTHER RESIGNS
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 01-Oct-2019
DEPUTY Prime Minister (DPM) John Maneniaru and Minister for Education and Human Resources John Dean Kuku were sacked while the Minister for Police LanTINA RIVER HYDRO PROJECT
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Sep-2019
Radio New Zealand today, Monday, reported in a news bulletin, quote:REPORTED NEW MEDICAL RESEARCH FINDINGS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Sep-2019
I happened to come across some interesting international study reports relating to possible breakthroughs in treating obesity, diabetes and dealing wiCHINA REPORTEDLY AGREES TO TAKE SOLOMON ISLANDS STUDENTS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Sep-2019
CHINA has reportedly agreed to take all 125 Solomon Islands students studying in Taiwan starting next year, officials have confirmed.CLIMATE LOGIC MUST BE ACCEPTED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Sep-2019
Samoa's Prime Minister has told the United Nations the science has spoken and it must accept basic climate logic.GLOBAL DEMAND FOR COCONUT PRODUCTS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Sep-2019
I am fond of buying packaged coconut water at my local Supermarket but until recently I had no idea how the demand for coconut products had grown in tCLIMATE CHANGE HIGHLIGHTS FRAGILITY OF PACIFIC LANGUAGES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Sep-2019
New Zealand's Minister for Pacific Peoples says climate change will have a profound impact on Pacific languages.NORWAY'S EXPRESSED INTEREST IN HELPING THE SOLOMON ISLANDS WITH RENEWABLE ENERGY NEEDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 30-Sep-2019
Norway recently announced its intention to double its contribution to the Green Climate Fund as proof of its further efforts in aiding developing counSI: A PLEA FOR NATIONAL UNITY
Quoting Radio New Zealand 29-Sep-2019
I perceive there has been some degree of opposition voiced in recent days over the DCGA’s decision to officially recognise China and cut the lonYOUTH ACTION AND INITIATIVES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Sep-2019
I wrote the other day of 78 Solomon Islands students having just graduated from the Australia Pacific Training College (APTC and joining the other 190TRAINING FOR DISASTER RESPONSE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 28-Sep-2019
Top commanders of armed forces from across the Pacific are holding an exercise in New Caledonia to test their ability to respond to natural disasters.FIJI's PM RIDICULES WORLD LEADERS FOR KEEPING SILENT ON CLIMATE CHANGE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 27-Sep-2019
Fiji's Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama has ridiculed world leaders for staying silent while youths speak up for the planet.CLIMATE CHANGE ACTION BEING STAGED IN NEW ZEALAND
Quoting Radio New Zealand 27-Sep-2019
“Thousands of New Zealanders taking part in the Strike 4 Climate today, inspired by the now famous Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg.SI: TOO FEW JOBS FOR SOLOMON ISLANDS GRADUATES
Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Sep-2019
The event marked the successfully completion of their studies.INDIA TO OFFER $US1 MILLION TO EACH OF 12 PACIFIC COUNTRIES AS DEVELOPMENT FUNDING
Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Sep-2019
Outlook India today reported that the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, had announced, on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York,ADB SUPPORTING THE DELIVERY OF CLEAN AND RELIABLE ELECTRICTY IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS
Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Sep-2019
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an $18 million loan and a $12 million grant to help Solomon Islands reduce the country’s relianceTEEN CALLS ON WORLD LEADERS TO ENSURE PALAU IS NOT SWALLOWED BY THE OCEAN
Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Sep-2019
“A teenager from Palau attending the United Nations Climate Summit says young people are asking leaders to take action to save the islands thatCOULD DUBAI HELP THE SOLOMONS MITIGATE CLIMATE CHANGE?
Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Sep-2019
Opportunity, Mobility and Sustainability are said to be the three main themes of the Expo and as the Solomon IslandsMORE SEASONAL WORKER VISAS PLANNED FOR NEW ZEALAND
Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Sep-2019
The number of temporary visas for foreign seasonal workers will increase by just over 3000 in the next two years, according to the latest news bulletiCLIMATE CHANGE UNDER DISCUSSION IN NEW YORK
Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Sep-2019
The Ocean Wave event was held in collaboration with leaders from Portugal, Kenya and Norway.SI: TWO NEW CABINET MINISTERS APPOINTED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Sep-2019
“The Governor General, His Excellency, the Right Reverend David Vunagi has appointed two Ministers today in accordance with the constitution.SOLOMON ISLANDS WELCOMES ENGAGEMENT WITH INDIA
Quoting the Solomon Star newspaper 26-Sep-2019
“MINISTER for Foreign Affairs & External Trade Jeremiah Manele on Wednesday has addressed the India Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting in New YPM SOGAVARE SACKS DR TAUTAI
Quoting Radio New Zealand 26-Sep-2019
The Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs and MP for Rennell and Bellona, Hon. Dr Tautai Kaitu'u, has been sacked by the Prime Minister.NAURU's PRESIDENT SAYS THE UN HAS A KEY ROLE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Sep-2019
The President of Nauru, Lionel Aingimea, has told a meeting at the United Nations the Pacific views the climate crisis as the defining security issueSI: FORMER SI PRIME MINISTER SACKED
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Sep-2019
SBM Online is reporting that the former Prime Minister and Minister of National Planning Rick Houenipwela was sacked this morning.KIRABATI PRESIDENT CALLS FOR MORE SUPPORT FROM AUSTRALIA TO COMBAT CLIMATE CHANGE
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Sep-2019
The President of Kiribati says his people need him to deliver an urgent message to the world: climate change is already damaging their nation.CLIMATE CHANGE RELOCATION FUND FOR FIJI
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Sep-2019
Fiji's Prime Minister has launched the world's first relocation fund for people displaced by climate change.PRIVATE DIALYSIS CENTRE OPENS IN AMERICAN SAMOA
Quoting Radio New Zealand 25-Sep-2019
“American Samoa's first private, Medicare certified, medical clinic, the Hope Dialysis Center, has opened for consultations this week.