Governor General, His Excellency Rev. David Tipa Kapu with Japan’s new Ambassador to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Keiichi Hagiuchi. Richard Sanders, Staff Writer Japan’s new Ambassador to Solomon Islands, His Excellency Keiichi Hagiuchi, formally presented his Letter of Credentials to the Governor General, His Excellency Rev. David Tipa Kapu, during a ceremony held today. Ambassador…
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer, Honiara Jan 2, 2025 In an increasingly multipolar world, small island nations like the Solomon Islands find themselves at a crossroads in the realm of international relations. The country’s government is currently honing its ability to play a complex geostrategic game, skillfully balancing relationships with both China and Western nations….
Palau Government HQ by Tusi Tala Taiwan”s Lai Ching-te’s recent visit to Palau has sparked significant controversy as local residents expressed their discontent through protests, highlighting deep-seated frustrations with Taiwan’s dollar diplomacy and the increasing militarization of the region. Upon his arrival, Lai was officially welcomed by the Palauan government, which has historically maintained strong…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer President William Lai arrived in the Marshall Islands today, following his visit to Hawaii as part of his Pacific tour. The Marshall Islands is one of the last 12 nations to officially recognize Taiwan. Upon his arrival in the capital, Majuro, Marshall Islands President Hilda Heine warmly welcomed Lai, who…
Staff Writers The Prime Minister Honourable Jeremiah Manele MP was among leaders of the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) who witnessed the inauguration of the new President of the Republic of Indonesia, His Excellency Prabowo Subianto yesterday morning, 20th October 2024. The inauguration brought together leaders from around the world. For the MSG, the leaders present included…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has stated that the responsibility for investigating the findings of an audit regarding the government’s Covid-19 economic stimulus package lies with the police and anti-corruption agencies in the country. The Auditor General’s report on the policy, which amounts to over US$36 million (SBD$309 million),…
The Visa Waiver Agreement signing charts a new direction for the advancement and strengthening of bilateral relations, economic and commercial interactions, promotion of tourism, support greater people-to-people interactions and part of a broader diplomatic effort to foster collaboration in various other fields. The Solomon Islands and Saudi Arabia have signed a ‘Mutual Exemption of Short-Stay…
The head of the independent faction in the Solomon Islands has raised doubts about whether the country remains truly independent. According to a report by SIBC, Peter Kenilorea Jr responded to a government statement that accused him of breaching the one-China policy and undermining the Solomon Islands government’s ties with Beijing. This accusation came after…
MNPDC Minister Hon. Rexon Ramofafia and H.E. Hon. Faisal F. Alibrahim, Minister of Economy and Planning of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia pose for photo after their bilateral meeting. The Solomon Islands Government is making significant strides in strengthening its global ties, forging relations with key international players, with Saudi Arabia being the latest to…
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manale met with President Xi Jian Ping at the weekend and they held very productive talks. The Prime Minister and his delegation are continuing the China trip with a visit to Qingdao, Shandong. During the meeting in Beijing, President Xi emphasized that China views the Solomon Islands as a valued…