SOLOMON ISLANDS AND CHINA INITIAL FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT ON SECURITY COOPERATION
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The draft Framework Agreement will be cleaned up and await the signatures of the two countries' Foreign Ministers.Health services receives 7 brand new ambulances for the provinces from Japan
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In a brief ceremony to officially hand over the vehicles, Mrs. Pauline McNeil, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health expressed heartfelt thankPM SOGAVARE SPEAKS WITH NATIONAL SOCCER TEAM AHEAD OF FINAL
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Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare this afternoon spoke with members of the Solomon Islands National men’s soccer team via zoom from Honiara to coNew Zealand Supports Solomon Islands with COVID-19 Vaccines through the COVAX Facility
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Solomon Islands has received COVID-19 vaccines from the Government of New Zealand through the COVAX Facility – a partnership co-led by the CoaliKevin Rudd, former PM of Australia in a new book refers to the Solomon Island signing of a MoU with China
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In a lengthy and wide ranging report released by Radio New Zealand today there is a reference to SI signing a MoU with China. Mr. Rudd said this, aSecurity Agreement with China Finalized by Solomon Islands Government
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“We know our boundaries, and we will not do anything that will cause unnecessary discomfort to our partners in the region and as a memberPS Dentana rebuts any claim of Government financial distress
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The Permanent Secretary (PS) of Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MOFT) Mckennie Dentana has refuted claims on the front page of Solomon Star articleBeijing-Honiara “pact” raises concern over neglect of traditional security partners such as the Solomon Islands
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Solomon Islands Prime Minister Mannasseh Sogavare says the leak of a draft security pact between Beijing and Honiara was done by "lunatics and agGovernor General makes a call for respect of the principles of democracy and rule of law
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Governor General (GG) Sir David Vunagi, GCMG, says it’s important to respect the principles of representative democracy and rule of law.NRH patients’ meals alleged to be limited because of government’s financial woes
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Evidence of the government’s financial woes is now hitting hard on services at the country’s main hospital – the National Referral HCovid-19 cases reach 10, 738 and a new vaccine becomes available in the SI
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It was revealed by the Incident Controller within the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), Dr Nemia Bainivalu during the radio talk back shLaunch of the KGA PIRUS Project
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The Solomon Star news said the KGA had the recent opportunity to host Australian High Commissioner to Solomon Islands, Dr Lachlan Strahan aJapanese assistance once more solves a classroom shortage at a local school
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The sealing of an agreement between Vurango School on Choiseul Province and the Government and people of Japan for the construction of a classro“SI is a sovereign nation and decides sovereign decisions but it is argued it is about recognising that this is a shared conversation.”
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The draft agreement between the Solomon Islands and China marks a significant shift in China's influence in the region, as Pacific countries asseCall for the re-establishment of the ROMAC programmme at the NRH.
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I must confess it has been easy to have been side tracked today, Sunday, by seeing on my TV the terrible scene witnessed taking place in Ukraine and rJapan’s grant assistance for grassroots human security projects
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Over successive years since my time in the Solomon Islands (in the late 90’s) I have seen the Government of Japan offer financial assistance inCheap solar powered computers – a worthy initiative
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Local Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Company, Inoovate Tech Solutions might be new to the scene, but a genuine concern for educationClimate action scholarships for small nation students launched in partnership with HRH The Prince of Wales
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Students from small island nations will be supported in their work to address climate change through new scholarships inspired by His Royal Highness TSI Covid-19 Update:
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The cumulative total for the country, yesterday, stood at 10,426.Australia and Solomon Islands working together as a Pacific family
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Dr Strahan said, ‘Work will be prioritised to support communications in Honiara in advance of the 2023 Pacific Games.PM encouraging GPPOL to expand its operations
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The GPPOL executive was led by General Manager Noor Azam Mohd Nasir, accompanied by two senior officials.SOLOMON ISLANDS BROADENS SECURIY COOPERATION WITH MORE PARTNERS
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Solomon Islands also applaud all development support and assistance from all partners including China, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, United States, aRSIPF Fire Services receive PPE equipment from its AFP Policing Partner
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Gary is working with the RSIPF Fire officers on the delivery of training, equipment maintenance and management.SIAF term extended in the Solomon Islands until December 2023
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Australia has agreed to extend the Solomon International Assistance Force (SIAF) under the Bilateral Security Treaty until December 2023.Solomon Islands Gets Approval to Use Tocilizumab for Treatment of Severe COVID-19 Cases
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Tocilizumab is the second drug ever recommended by the WHO for COVID-19 treatment after recommending dexamethasone in September 2020.Trees part of an environmental and economic transformation in the Aruligo part of Guadalcanal
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The long-term benefits of the Isi Akson project are easy to see.China-Solomon Islands alleged security agreement leaked on social media and already ringing alarm bells in the region
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The Australian government is expressing anxiety about the leaked (alleged) security agreement.Solomon Islands Signs Police Cooperation Agreement with China
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Hon. Veke appreciates the police support provided by Ministry of Public Security of People’s Republic of China.GoFundMe an online fundraiser plattform
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I wrote a letter to the fundraiser organization, based in the United States, but am still waiting for a reply to my letter.Government issues new Travel Advisory
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Special Secretary to the Prime Minister Albert Kabui announced the new Travel Advisory Number 21 during a press conference yesterday.TOURISM SECTOR GEARS UP FOR BORDER RE-OPENING
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The tourism industry is the sector that has been hardest hit due to the covid-pandemic.POLICE MINISTER VEKE COMMENDS SI-PRC MOU ON POLICE COOPERATION
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Hon. Veke appreciates the police support provided by Ministry of Public Security of People’s Republic of China.Covid-19 positive cases in SI surpass 10,00 but the 7day rolling average since the outbreak has declined
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Health Minister Dr. Culwick Togamana gave the update during his COVID-19 situation update on the national broadcaster, SIBC.Bina Harbour processing plant project reported to be progressing
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This is despite few challenges authorities say they have encountered along the way.First puzzled but now concerned
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In the first report, MP P Kenilorea raised concerns over separate police training.Australia and Solomon Islands tackle COVID-19 together with a boost to testing capability and laboratory facilities
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Australia’s longstanding health partnership is supporting Solomon Islands to respond to COVID-19 while continuing to assist with long-term healtSite for proposed new NRH under dispute
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The intention is to relocate the current NRH from its existing location to the new site due to impacts of climate change at the seafront.Embracing the private security industry in the Solomon Islands
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The 2023 Pacific Games Security Services will be in four categories including Access Control, Asset Protection, Traffic Management and Public Safety.The “independence” of the RSIPF.
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The police service and the police commissioner are subject to proper direction from the government but not in purely operational matters.A miscellany of news stories getting attention today
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The Government has achieved its underlying policy objectives of the controversial Economic Stimulus Package (ESP).Sea level rise impacts hard on Babanga and its neighbouring islands
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Unusual king tides, the weather patterns and the continuous sea level rise are life threatening issues to the (Micronesian race) who settled there.$2.6 m ship for South Guadalcanal constituency
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It will be managed under the business arm of the Constituency, the South Guadalcanal Corporate Service Company Ltd (SGCSCL).Statements keep emerging leading to the proposed call for a Commission of Inquiry into last November’s riots and how and why the rioting occurred
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Mr. Alu in part of the article alluded to his involvement in a “peaceful protest” in Honiara last November. I quote what he had to say.Heart failure patients being offered a new wonder pill in the UK.
Frank Short 20-Mar-2022
I will quote the news of the heart pill which was published today, Sunday, in the UK’s Daily Mail newspaper.Should the Solomon Islands be following NZ’s efforts to boost digital jobs?
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What we don't want them [tech firms] doing is ending up having to build big teams in other countries.Covid linked to type 2 diabetes in study
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But Diabetes UK said there is “still work to do to unpick the link between the two conditions”.Diabetes New Zealand urges funding for glucose monitors
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According to the ministry of health Prevalence of diabetes in M?ori and Pacific populations is around three times higher than among other New ZealandeCriticism levelled at the RSIPF after the failed operation at Bethany Village needing review
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The allegations of the botched police operation first came to notice yesterday, Friday, when MP Peter Kenikorea and local rights activist Ms. K Ride rGood news
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The first of the two stories is this one, and I am really pleased to quote the detailsEmpowering a healthy future for isolated island communities
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The Christian ethos of YWAM informs, undergirds and motivates us.Allegations against the RSIPF’S (PRT) and wider policing operational deployment and approach needing answers
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The Solomon Star newspaper gave this account of the police operation, and I quote.PPC COMMISSIONERS SWORN-IN AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE THIS MORNING.
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The Governor General Sir David Vunagi, GCMG, congratulated the Commissioners on their appointments and wish them well in the service to the CommissionSMART CITY INITIATIVE’ INTRODUCED TO SENIOR GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS
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Members of the forum also had the opportunity to ask pertinent questions of which Mr. Polovyan responded to.SOLOMON ISLANDS GOVERNMENT AND UN HOST FIRST JOINT STEERING COMMITTEE
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PS Collin Beck was joined by PS Susan Sulu and PS Dr Melchior Mataki and other senior Government officials.NEW FRENCH HONORARY CONSUL TO SOLOMON ISLANDS APPOINTED
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His credentials will definitely assist to build on the existing cordial relations that France has with the Solomon Islands.Feeling puzzled.
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PrimeMinister Jacinda Ardern and Tourism Minister Stuart Nash have announced plans to fast-track the reopening of the border.Japan to fund equipment for bomb response here
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Mr Tunuki from EOD and Acting Ambassador Yoshida signed to sealed an agreement of the project for UXO disposalBreast cancer diagnoses rise, potential link to drop in preventive screenings
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Today, I read some news released by CBS in the United States which adds to my concerns over the lack of a breast cancer screening programme at the NRH2022 APPROPRIATION BILL FOR TABLING IN PARLIAMENT
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Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare said debate on the Bill will be the main item of business when Parliament meets.COMMONEALTH DAY CELBRATED IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS
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The award was presented on behalf of the Queen by His Excellency the Governor General of Solomon Islands.SIX STEPS TO MITIGATE COVID-19 IMPACT ON GOV’T FINANCES
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As such, there must be a reasonable and feasible trade-off between health and economic considerations to manage the current situation.PG2023 GROUNDWORK DRIVES ECONOMIC ACTIVITY AND GROWTH
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“Let me assure the people of Solomon Islands, the Pacific Games is the main driver of our current economic revival, it is one of the major emploSI-PRC - POLICING COOPERATION
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The training program will be conducted by 5 police training experts from the China Police Liaison Team.Two news reports from New Zealand that resonate with the situation in today’s Solomon Islands.
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There is currently no vaccine and if left untreated can lead to heart disease or death.Her Majesty the Queen’s Commonwealth Message
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In this year of my Platinum Jubilee, it has given me pleasure to renew the promise I made in 1947, that my life will always be devoted in servicSINPF Board Signs Agreement with Hatanga to Construct Town Houses for Commonwealth of Australian and to Expand Hibiscus Apartments
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The construction agreement also includes an expansion to its Hibiscus Apartments.MINISTER VEKE WELCOMES MORE ASSISTANCE FOR THE RSIPF
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Mr.Veke said any support to help the RSIPF’s capabilities and capacities are accepted with deep gratitude.NEW NATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH LABORATORY FACILIY OPENED
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He said one of the very crucial consideration is for the NPHL staffs to have their own office.SI COVID-19 Update: 465 New Cases Recorded
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The cumulative total number of positive COVID-19 cases in the country now stands at 9,124.What is beligarism?
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There are some serious allegations contained in the full media story which suggest they should be examinedDubai Investors Express Interest To Establish Intravenous Solution IV Production Facility on Ulawa Island
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This could mean acquiring this life-saving product domestically whilst at the same time an export commodity within the region and internationally as w'Asolutely extraordinary': Breakthrough on life-saving COVID treatment for the most seriously ill
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The Omicron variant has brought new challenges to the worldUK Medical team here to support Covid response
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“Our goal is to strengthen (and hopefully increase) the overall capacity of local health facilities and national medical staff.Covid-19 cases in Bellona and the deployment of limited RSIPF personnel to assist in the local enforcement of safety and Covid regulations
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The high transmission of the virus on Bellona is said to be worrying locals and health officials.What are the symptoms of the new Omicron sub-variant?
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It’s not clear where BA.2 emerged from, though the first cases were recorded in the Philippines.Disability inclusion needing implementation
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I hope DFAT will introduce a plan or active strategy to bring about the early action this letter identifies and truly live up to its claimed reputatioOmicron sub-variant BA.2: New Covid-19 strain takes hold in NSW
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A university study suggests Omicron sub-variant BA.2 is already the dominant strain in New South Wales.New AI test that can detect heart disease in just 20 seconds to be rolled out in the UK’s National Health Service (NHS)
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These errors could be cut in half under the new system, he added.How are disabled people in the Solomon Islands coping to get access to Covid-19 vaccines and self-isolation at home?
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In the meantime I share with readers the Radio New Zealand report that has prompted my piece.Covid assistance for Ongtong Java
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Mr. Kealoe upon delivering these of assistance said this support will sustain families in ward 31 Liuania and ward 32 Pelau.Inspiring change through sharing stories: UNDP presents the ‘Outstanding Women’ documentary
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The documentary, available online, is curated by SECSIP II and Outstanding Women from behind and in front of the camera.COVID SLOW-DOWN LEAVES NO ROOM FOR NEGLIGENCE OR FAILING TO FOLLOW THE COVID PREVENTION RULES
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He added that people are not constantly washing their hands with hand sanitizer when moving in and out of shops and markets.