Economy Archive April 2025

This mid-term review is a precursor to a final assessment scheduled for July 2025, which will focus on identifying ways to enhance the current arrangements and ensure effective management of the labour mobility of semi-skilled and skilled Solomon Islanders to Niue.

Niue and Solomon Islands Review Labor Mobility Pilot

A team of Senior Officials from the Niue Government visited Solomon Islands this week as part of a mid-term review of the Intra-Pacific Labour Mobility Pilot Scheme between the two countries.
While Reef Islands Clergy recognise the value of the reading of Scriptures in Äiwoo, many have expressed a desire for training that would enable them to be more confident and fluent readers.

Strengthening Faith Through Language

In the remote Reef Islands, the Mikilinäve Äiwoo Translation Ministry is committed to see the Scriptures translated into the Äiwoo Language.
During their discussions, Prime Minister Manele and HE Sigrah explored the possibility of establishing a labour mobility cooperation agreement between FSM and Solomon Islands.

Solomon Islands and FSM Explore Trade Cooperation and Labor Mobility

Prime Minister Honorable Jeremiah Manele, MP, received a courtesy call from the visiting Federated States of Micronesia’s (FSM) non-resident ambassador to Solomon Islands, His Excellency (HE) Carson Sigrah.
Through the construction of two water dams and a network of 31 standpipes, families comprising 576 people now enjoy reliable access to clean water for drinking, cooking, and washing—right at their houses’ doorsteps.

Tikopia Community Celebrate New Water Supply

After more than two decades of hardship and limited access to clean water, four communities in the Faea District and one St. John Community of Ravenga District of Tikopia Island are finally celebrating a sustainable solution to their water woes, thanks to the Small Grants Programme funded by Global Environment Fund (GEF) and administered by UNDP.
Lekaboli street, the bypass road at Vavaya Ridge-Chiefs House-ITA Hardware shop is set for upgrading and expansion to ease traffic congestion as ongoing road works continue along the West Honiara highway of the Land and Maritime Connectivity Project.

Backroad to Receive Upgrde to Ease Traffic Congestion

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) has outlined immediate plans for the improvement and expansion of bypass roads to ease traffic congestion as ongoing road works continue along the West Honiara highway of the Land and Maritime Connectivity Project.
The handover includes a 60-horsepower outboard motor engine, a 23-ft Yamaha Ray Boat, a boat trailer, two Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs), four life jackets, and fuel containers.

Batuna Vocational School Supported with Marine Equipments

Australia’s continued support to Tertiary Vocational Education and Training (TVET) saw a handover of an essential marine transport vehicle and equipment to Batuna Adventist Vocational School in the Western Province.
The groundbreaking signifies Australia’s support for the creation of a new supply of reliable water, and the design and construction of a guardhouse, restrooms, and visitor shelters.

Bloody Ridge to Receive Support for Key Infrastructures

A groundbreaking ceremony was held at Bloody Ridge National Park, to mark the start of key infrastructure improvements supported by the Australia through its longstanding partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
The undeclared items of fresh fruits and vegetables were identified through customs and biosecurity X-ray screenings.

Biosecurity Officers Intercept Fresh Produce at Henderson International

The Biosecurity Airport Operations team at Henderson International Airport intercepted fresh produce carried by passengers.

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