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π—¦π—˜π—”π—¦π—’π—‘π—”π—Ÿ π—ͺ𝗒π—₯π—žπ—˜π—₯ π—£π—’π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—¬ 𝗔 𝗧π—₯π—”π—‘π—¦π—œπ—§π—œπ—’π—‘π—”π—Ÿ 𝗦𝗧π—₯π—”π—§π—˜π—šπ—¬, 𝗦𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗒𝗣𝗠𝗖THE Government has clarified that its position on the seasonal ...
13/06/2026

π—¦π—˜π—”π—¦π—’π—‘π—”π—Ÿ π—ͺ𝗒π—₯π—žπ—˜π—₯ π—£π—’π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—¬ 𝗔 𝗧π—₯π—”π—‘π—¦π—œπ—§π—œπ—’π—‘π—”π—Ÿ 𝗦𝗧π—₯π—”π—§π—˜π—šπ—¬, 𝗦𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗒𝗣𝗠𝗖

THE Government has clarified that its position on the seasonal workers scheme in Australia and New Zealand has been widely misunderstood, with recent media reports misrepresenting the intent of the policy.

The Office of the Prime Minister & Cabinet (OPMC) said the issue has been sensationalised.

It said the Prime Minister has in fact requested both Australia and New Zealand to increase the number of Solomon Islands workers under existing seasonal labour programs.

The statement explained that the Government’s long-term vision is to gradually reduce reliance on overseas seasonal employment once sufficient jobs and business opportunities are created domestically.

β€œThis is a transitional policy. For now, we continue to support increased participation abroad while we build a stronger economy at home.”

The statement adds that previous governments had not created enough employment pathways locally, forcing many Solomon Islanders to seek work overseas.

The current administration is focused on reversing that trend by expanding opportunities within the country.

β€œThe ultimate goal is to ensure our people can work, apply their skills, and prosper here in Solomon Islands. Until then, seasonal work remains a critical pathway for income and livelihoods.” - π˜—π˜™π˜Œπ˜šπ˜š π˜™π˜Œπ˜“π˜Œπ˜ˆπ˜šπ˜Œ

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12/06/2026

πŸ‘‘πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡§ Prime Minister Matthew Wale today joined hundreds of people at the National Stadium in Honiara to celebrate the 77th Birthday of King Charles III on Friday, 12 June 2026. πŸŽ‰

πŸŽ–οΈ The official ceremony was officiated by Governor General Sir David Tiva Kapu, bringing together government leaders, officials, and members of the public to mark the occasion.

Watch the highlights from today’s celebrations.

Solomon Islands Outlines 150 Million SBD Recovery Plan Following TC Maila; Secures Strategic Emergency Funding from Worl...
11/06/2026

Solomon Islands Outlines 150 Million SBD Recovery Plan Following TC Maila; Secures Strategic Emergency Funding from World Bank and the Asian Development Bank


Honiara, Solomon Islands | 11 June 2026: The Minister for Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management & Meteorology, Honourable Wayne Ghemu, today announced that the Solomon Islands requires 150 million Solomon Dollars to fully support recovery efforts across all key sectors following the devastation of Tropical Cyclone Maila. He made the statement at a stakeholders meeting held in Honiara this morning.

The recovery strategy is guided by the Tropical Cyclone Maila National Response & Early Recovery Plan of Action 2026. This plan establishes a comprehensive framework to restore lives and livelihoods by prioritizing several critical sectors.

These include restoring clinics, providing essential medicines, and strengthening emergency response systems, repairing damaged schools to ensure children can return to learning quickly, supporting farmers, fishers, and small businesses whose incomes were disrupted and assisting families in rebuilding homes to ensure recovery includes β€œdignity and security”.

To meet these targets, the Solomon Islands has secured access to the World Bank’s Catastrophe Deferred Drawdown Option (CAT DDO), providing USD 5 million in emergency funds. This facility serves as a financial safety net, allowing the government rapid access to liquidity during disasters such as cyclones, tsunamis, or public health emergencies.

Additionally, under its Contingent Disaster Financing modality, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) also provides USD 5 million and USD 500,000 through its Pacific Approach for Climate Resilience and Integration (PACRI) scheme to support response and recovery efforts.

β€œThis arrangement represents a significant step forward,” stated Minister Ghemu. β€œIt ensures that when disaster strikes, we are not left waiting for new loans or external aid. Instead, we can act swiftly to protect lives, restore essential services, and support recovery efforts”.

Minister Ghemu expressed profound gratitude to other international development partnersβ€”including the governments of Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Chinaβ€”as well as NGOs and civil society organizations for their vital role in saving lives during the early response phase.

As the nation transitions into the recovery phase, the Minister urged all stakeholders to collaborate on refining and simplifying procedures. He emphasized that reducing the time between a disaster declaration and the disbursement of funds is essential to ensure that national systems can use resources immediately and responsibly to safeguard the lives and properties of our communities.

The GREAT Government remains steadfast in its long-term commitment to ensuring that the lives of all Solomon Islanders return to normalcy with enhanced security. Beyond immediate aid, the government is utilizing its own national systems to meet ongoing recovery needs by reprioritizing 2026 development programs and introducing new initiatives in 2027 aimed at strengthening national resilience.

Minister Ghemu concluded that the ultimate goal of these efforts is to ensure that the recovery process goes beyond just building infrastructure but to restore the wellbeing and security of every affected family.

𝗑𝗒 𝗠𝗒π—₯π—˜ π—–π—’π—©π—˜π—₯-𝗨𝗣𝗦: π—”π—š π——π—˜π— π—”π—‘π——π—¦ π—™π—¨π—Ÿπ—Ÿ π—₯π—˜π—–π—’π—₯𝗗𝗦 𝗒𝗑 𝟯𝟯 π—•π—”π—¨π—«π—œπ—§π—˜ π—¦π—›π—œπ—£π— π—˜π—‘π—§π—¦ATTORNEY General Gabriel Suri has written to the Direc...
11/06/2026

𝗑𝗒 𝗠𝗒π—₯π—˜ π—–π—’π—©π—˜π—₯-𝗨𝗣𝗦: π—”π—š π——π—˜π— π—”π—‘π——π—¦ π—™π—¨π—Ÿπ—Ÿ π—₯π—˜π—–π—’π—₯𝗗𝗦 𝗒𝗑 𝟯𝟯 π—•π—”π—¨π—«π—œπ—§π—˜ π—¦π—›π—œπ—£π— π—˜π—‘π—§π—¦

ATTORNEY General Gabriel Suri has written to the Director of Mines requesting the full disclosure of documents relating to the controversial 33 shipments of bauxite within 14 days.

AG Suri in a letter dated 1st June 2026, wrote to the Mines Director requesting full disclosures of the following documents;

1. The relevant Export Permits issued by your office in relation to the 33 shipments.

2. The relevant Consignment Permits issued by your office relating to the 33 shipments.

3. Any MOU or Agreement made between your office, Mines Board or the Minister relating to the 33 shipments, whether with APID or BMSI.

4. Refinery Assay Reports relating to the 33 shipments.

5. Customs export documents relating to the 33 shipments.

6. All correspondences, both letter and email, relating to the 33 shipments. This includes any advice given to you by the Attorney Generals’ Chambers or a law firm.

7. The relevant General or Specific Authority issued by the Central Bank of SI relating to the 33 shipments.

AG Suri has also requested a written explanation demanding why the office continue to issue Export Permits and Consignment Permits although royalties were not paid within 90 days as required by section 46(1) of the Mines and Minerals Act.

The AG made reference to section 46(1) that;

β€œRoyalties shall be paid within ninety days after the end of each month on minerals obtained in that month.”

He said the documents are necessary also to be presented to the SI Financial Intelligence Unit (SIFIU) for their review and assessment.

This is to consider whether the offence of money laundering has occurred in relation to the 33 shipments, and whether SIG can initiate proceeding for recovery of proceeds of crime.

The AG in the letter also intends to instruct the SIFIU to request and collect financial records from the CBSI, Commercial Banks and the Ministry of Finance and Treasury and from overseas.

The AG emphasised this is something that should have been done by the past governments. - π˜—π˜™π˜Œπ˜šπ˜š π˜™π˜Œπ˜“π˜Œπ˜ˆπ˜šπ˜Œ

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π—’π—™π—™π—œπ—–π—˜ 𝗒𝗙 π—§π—›π—˜ 𝗣π—₯π—œπ— π—˜ π— π—œπ—‘π—œπ—¦π—§π—˜π—₯ & π—–π—”π—•π—œπ—‘π—˜π—§ πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡§π˜–π˜π˜π˜π˜Šπ˜π˜ˆπ˜“ π˜Šπ˜–π˜•π˜‹π˜–π˜“π˜Œπ˜•π˜Šπ˜Œ π˜”π˜Œπ˜šπ˜šπ˜ˆπ˜Žπ˜Œ πŸ•ŠοΈThe Prime Minister, Hon. Matthew Cooper Wale, Cab...
10/06/2026

π—’π—™π—™π—œπ—–π—˜ 𝗒𝗙 π—§π—›π—˜ 𝗣π—₯π—œπ— π—˜ π— π—œπ—‘π—œπ—¦π—§π—˜π—₯ & π—–π—”π—•π—œπ—‘π—˜π—§ πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡§

π˜–π˜π˜π˜π˜Šπ˜π˜ˆπ˜“ π˜Šπ˜–π˜•π˜‹π˜–π˜“π˜Œπ˜•π˜Šπ˜Œ π˜”π˜Œπ˜šπ˜šπ˜ˆπ˜Žπ˜Œ πŸ•ŠοΈ

The Prime Minister, Hon. Matthew Cooper Wale, Cabinet Ministers, Caucus Members, and the Staff of the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, extend our deepest sympathies to the Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Francis Sade, and his family, relatives, and the community of Kesao village, Visale (North-West Guadalcanal), on the passing of your beloved mother, the Late Mary Josepha Sade, in Honiara this morning at the National Referral Hospital. πŸ›οΈπŸ™

We share deeply in your grief during this time of profound sorrow. A mother’s love, wisdom, and sacrifice shape us in ways that remain with us always. We know this is an immeasurable loss, and our hearts and prayers are with you and your loved ones as you mourn. πŸ’”πŸŒΉ

May you find comfort in the cherished memories you hold, and in the love and support of family, friends, and the people of Solomon Islands. Please know that you are uppermost in our thoughts. πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡§β€οΈ

During this difficult time, may God grant you strength, peace, and healing. We stand firmly with you and your family. 🀝✨

"May your dear Mother rest in eternal peace with the Almighty God in Heaven." πŸŒ€οΈπŸ‘Ό





10/06/2026

Prime Minister Matthew Cooper Wale returned to the country today and held a press conference at Honiara International Airport following his official visits to Australia and New Zealand.

Watch as the Prime Minister shares a brief statement on the significance of the visits and how they strengthen Solomon Islands’ partnerships and cooperation with both countries.

π—–π—’π— π—£π—Ÿπ—œπ—”π—‘π—–π—˜ π—©π—˜π—₯π—œπ—™π—œπ—–π—”π—§π—œπ—’π—‘ 𝗙𝗒π—₯ π—šπ—’π—Ÿπ—— π——π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—˜π—₯ π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—˜π—‘π—–π—˜ π—›π—’π—Ÿπ——π—˜π—₯𝗦 π—–π—’π— π— π—˜π—‘π—–π—˜π—¦Honiara, Solomon Islands | 10 June 2026: The National G...
10/06/2026

π—–π—’π— π—£π—Ÿπ—œπ—”π—‘π—–π—˜ π—©π—˜π—₯π—œπ—™π—œπ—–π—”π—§π—œπ—’π—‘ 𝗙𝗒π—₯ π—šπ—’π—Ÿπ—— π——π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—˜π—₯ π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—˜π—‘π—–π—˜ π—›π—’π—Ÿπ——π—˜π—₯𝗦 π—–π—’π— π— π—˜π—‘π—–π—˜π—¦

Honiara, Solomon Islands | 10 June 2026: The National Government, through the Mines Division of the Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE), has commenced compliance verification of all Gold Dealer Licence holders in the country, following the government’s policy direction on gold dealing operations.

The Prime Minister’s recent announcement coincides with the Mines Division’s regular monitoring of gold dealing operations. The Division has completed scheduled inspections of licensed operations and is taking necessary steps to ensure compliance with the law.

Inspection and monitoring of GDL holders are carried out under the Mines and Minerals Act (MMA). The process begins with a review of monthly records and reports submitted by each licence holder as required under Section 61(2) of the MMA. Where monthly reports are absent or incomplete, Mines Inspectors conduct physical inspections to verify operations and regulatory compliance. This approach was applied during the recent inspections.

The inspections covered six of the ten current GDL holders, as these entities were actively operating in Guadalcanal at the time. Three licence holders were identified as inactive, while one provincial operator is yet to be inspected. For consistency and fairness, any regulatory action affecting all ten licence holders will only be considered after the remaining licence holder is inspected and a full compliance assessment is completed.

The Directorate Office also notes the inspection was a joint exercise with other law enforcement agencies, including the Labour Division and the Guadalcanal Province Enforcement Division. The Labour Division had previously informed certain licence holders of labour-related non-compliance. Updates on responses and corrective actions by affected operators have helped the Mines Division assess compliance levels and inform subsequent notices under the MMA.

To ensure due process and procedural fairness, the Directorate Office will implement the following actions over 2 months:

ο‚·All active GDL holders identified with compliance deficiencies will be formally notified and given sufficient time to respond.

ο‚·Upon expiry of the compliance period, verification inspections will be conducted to confirm whether corrective actions have been implemented.

ο‚·Where non-compliance persists, the Directorate Office will refer the matter to the appropriate authority for further action. All GDL holders will be given the opportunity under the law to respond to non-compliance issues.

ο‚·Failure to adequately respond to a Show Cause Notice, or to rectify identified non-compliance issues, may result in cancellation of the relevant GDL in accordance with the MMA.

The Directorate Office remains fully committed to implementing Government policy directives. In carrying out this mandate, it is undertaking a thorough process of verification and compliance assessment of all GDL holders nationwide. At the same time, it is committed to ensuring all actions are lawful, transparent, and in line with established legal and administrative procedures. Any decisions on the continuation, suspension, or cancellation of licences will be based on verified facts, compliance outcomes, and the requirements of the MMA.

The Ministry appreciates the cooperation of all licence holders, stakeholders, and the public as this process continues and will provide further updates as necessary.

𝗣π—₯π—’π—•π—˜ π—•π—˜π—šπ—œπ—‘π—¦ π—œπ—‘π—§π—’ 𝗖𝗒𝗑𝗧π—₯π—’π—©π—˜π—₯π—¦π—œπ—”π—Ÿ π—₯π—˜π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿπ—Ÿ 𝟯𝟯 π—•π—”π—¨π—«π—œπ—§π—˜ π—¦π—›π—œπ—£π— π—˜π—‘π—§π—¦INVESTIGATIONS into the controversial 33 shipments of bauxit...
09/06/2026

𝗣π—₯π—’π—•π—˜ π—•π—˜π—šπ—œπ—‘π—¦ π—œπ—‘π—§π—’ 𝗖𝗒𝗑𝗧π—₯π—’π—©π—˜π—₯π—¦π—œπ—”π—Ÿ π—₯π—˜π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿπ—Ÿ 𝟯𝟯 π—•π—”π—¨π—«π—œπ—§π—˜ π—¦π—›π—œπ—£π— π—˜π—‘π—§π—¦

INVESTIGATIONS into the controversial 33 shipments of bauxite has commenced.

Minister for Mines, Energy & Rural Electrification (MMERE), Hon. Derick Manuari said the Attorney General’s Chambers with support from the Mines Division are leading the process.

Attorney General Gabriel Suri, on Monday 1 st June 2026, has written to the Director of Mines to initiate investigation into the 33 shipments of bauxite (minerals) by Asia Pacific Investment Development Ltd and Bintan Mining SI Ltd.

Minister Manuari said this signals a decisive move by the GREAT coalition to restore integrity in the mineral sector.

Minister Manuari said that the Government’s actions are grounded in law and reform.

Minister Manuari said the GREAT Coalition is taking firm and necessary steps to overhaul a sector long plagued by weak oversight and lack of accountability.

β€œThese reforms are about safeguarding national interests, strengthening transparency, and ensuring Solomon Islanders receive the full benefits from their natural resources,” he said.

Minister Manuari said many of the current challenges stem from years of inaction and lack of political will by previous governments to implement meaningful reforms.

β€œWe are now doing the hard work that should have been done long ago and putting in place strong systems, tightening oversight and building a modern, accountable framework for managing our mineral resources,” he added.

Meanwhile, the Mines Minister through his office has also directed the Mines Directorate office to review responsible officials performance and capability ensuring that officials who don’t perform be disciplined appropriately. - π˜—π˜™π˜Œπ˜šπ˜š π˜™π˜Œπ˜“π˜Œπ˜ˆπ˜šπ˜Œ

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π—˜π——π—¨π—–π—”π—§π—œπ—’π—‘ π— π—œπ—‘π—œπ—¦π—§π—˜π—₯ π—žπ—¨π— π—œ π—Ÿπ—˜π—”π——π—¦ π—Ÿπ—”π—‘π——π— π—”π—₯π—ž π—˜π——π—¨π—–π—”π—§π—œπ—’π—‘ π—₯π—˜π—¦π—’π—¨π—₯π—–π—˜ π—œπ—‘π—œπ—§π—œπ—”π—§π—œπ—©π—˜MINISTER for Education and Human Resource Developmen...
09/06/2026

π—˜π——π—¨π—–π—”π—§π—œπ—’π—‘ π— π—œπ—‘π—œπ—¦π—§π—˜π—₯ π—žπ—¨π— π—œ π—Ÿπ—˜π—”π——π—¦ π—Ÿπ—”π—‘π——π— π—”π—₯π—ž π—˜π——π—¨π—–π—”π—§π—œπ—’π—‘ π—₯π—˜π—¦π—’π—¨π—₯π—–π—˜ π—œπ—‘π—œπ—§π—œπ—”π—§π—œπ—©π—˜

MINISTER for Education and Human Resource Development Hon. Stephen Kumi has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to transforming education, with the official showcase of new learner and teacher materials in Auckland.

Minister Kumi said the initiative marks a significant step forward in improving teaching and learning outcomes across Solomon Islands.

β€œToday’s event reflects our shared commitment to the children of Solomon Islands and demonstrates what can be achieved through strong leadership and partnership,” he said.

Under the Government’s Free Education Policy, the Ministry is delivering 32 curriculum resources for Years 1 to 8 across core subjects, with more than 533,000 books to be distributed to schools nationwide.

Minister Kumi acknowledged the long-standing challenges faced by schools and teachers due to limited learning materials.

β€œFor too long, teachers have had to improvise and students have had to share resources. This initiative is about ensuring every child has access to quality learning materials,” he said.

The Minister highlighted that the project was made possible through the Education Sector Support Programme.

It is supported by the Governments of New Zealand and Australia with an investment of SBD 12.57 million.

Minister Kumi acknowledged the Government of New Zealand for its continued partnership in strengthening education in Solomon Islands.

He also acknowledged Blue Star Company for delivering the printing project.

Minister Kumi reaffirmed the Ministry’s focus on strengthening curriculum implementation, improving teacher effectiveness and expanding access to quality education nationwide.

β€œTogether, we are investing in our children’s future and building a stronger Solomon Islands,” he said. - π˜—π˜™π˜Œπ˜šπ˜š π˜™π˜Œπ˜“π˜Œπ˜ˆπ˜šπ˜Œ

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08/06/2026

❀️πŸ₯ 𝗔 π—©π—œπ—¦π—œπ—§ 𝗒𝗙 𝗖𝗔π—₯π—˜ 𝗔𝗑𝗗 π—–π—’π— π—£π—”π—¦π—¦π—œπ—’π—‘

ON Monday 8th June 2026, Acting Prime Minister Hon. Francis Sade, accompanied by Madam Sade, visited the Children’s Ward at the National Referral Hospital to spend time with young patients, their families, and dedicated health workers.

Before his visit to the Children’s Ward, he also made a brief stop at the Emergency Ward.

The visit reflects the GREAT Coalition Government’s commitment to strengthening public healthcare and ensuring the well-being of Solomon Islands’ children through direct engagement and support.

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