Chinese Surveillance in the Solomon Islands

In a historic first, China has begun piloting its Fengqiao rural surveillance monitoring system abroad. The targeted nation is the Solomon Islands, which has courted China since the two nations signed a security pact in 2022. According to Reuters,...

World Bank Appoints New Division Director For Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, And Vanuatu

Press Release – World Bank New Port Moresby based position to deepen partnership and accelerate development results. The World Bank has announced the appointment of Han Fraeters as the World Bank’s Division Director for Papua New Guinea, Solomon...

Pacific countries review impact of biosecurity capacity building programmes

Biosecurity officers from across the Pacific met in Fiji recently to review the impact of biosecurity training programmes delivered under the Safe Agricultural Trade Facilitation through Economic Integration in the Pacific (SAFE Pacific) project...

World News | Human Rights in China Raises Concern over Rising Repression and Global Surveillance Exports

New York [US], September 18 (ANI): Human Rights in China (HRIC) has issued its latest weekly brief, warning of growing repression inside the country, tightening legal controls, and the spread of Beijing's surveillance model abroad. The group's...

Human Rights in China raises concern over rising repression and global surveillance exports

Human Rights in China (HRIC) has issued its latest weekly brief, warning of growing repression inside the country, tightening legal controls, and the spread of Beijing’s surveillance model abroad. The group’s main concern is the detention of...

This Weekend Sees The Year’s Second And Final Solar Eclipse

Topline A deep solar eclipse will occur at sunrise as seen from the Southern Hemisphere this weekend. In the wake of a partial solar eclipse in North America on March 29, skywatchers in New Zealand, Antarctica and the South Pacific who get up...

Our Telekom’s M-SELEN Launches “M-SELEN SelfCare”– A New Business Solution for the Solomon Islands.

Our Telekom, through its mobile money service M-SELEN, has launched the new M-SELEN SelfCare Platform, designed for businesses, merchants, suppliers, and organizations of all sizes. The platform gives companies full control over their digital...

Pacific Island Forum leaders brief bank on vision

THE Asian Development Bank (ADB) has been briefed by Pacific Islands Forum leaders about the need for a shared vision of development for the region. ADB president Masato Kanda outlined in turn outlined to them key changes in how ADB partners with...

Pacific Youth demand urgent action on migration and employment at Global Forum

At the XV Global Forum for Migration and Development (GFMD) in Riohacha, Colombia, Pacific youth leaders delivered their strongest warning yet: the future of Pacific youth is under existential threat if decisive action is not taken immediately....

Solomon Islands opposition leader calls for increased mental health funding

The health sector faces significant challenges with dilapidated infrastructure and workforce shortages. Photo: RNZ Pacific/ Koroi Hawkins The opposition leader in the Solomon Islands is calling for more funding for mental health amid rising case...

Forum Leaders note potential of Bina Harbour Project

Pacific Islands Forum Leaders have acknowledged the potential of the Bina Harbour project in West Kwaio, Malaita Province. The project was highlighted in the Communiqué issued at the conclusion of their Retreat in Noro, Western Province, during...

Forum Leaders to appoint Special envoy for U.S engagement and deeper…

Forum Leaders have endorsed moves to sharpen engagement with the United States and strengthen regional solidarity in the face of climate threats, geopolitical competition, and economic fragility. In their communiqué issued at the conclusion of the...

All youth deserves opportunities and voice

Dear Editor – It is indeed a great appreciation towards the efforts of government and NGOs to foster participation and engagement of young people in workshops and forums that potentially aimed at youth empowerment, and safeguarding the long-term...

Vanuatu foreign Minister wants ‘yes or no’ answer to ULMWP application

Vanuatu’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Jotham Napat, said he is considering visiting Suva, Honiara and Port Moresby to personally get a “yes or no” answer on application by the United Liberation Movement of West Papua (ULMWP) for full membership...

Bethesda Disability Training and Support Centre Leads Effort for Student Housing Improvements

BY CHRIS ALEX Bethesda Disability Training and Support Centre (DTSC), a key institution dedicated to the education and support of children with disabilities, is making strides in its efforts to improve living conditions for its students. The...

Pacific news in brief for 18 September

United States and Guam flags Photo: 123RF Guam A newly-passed defense policy bill by the US House of Representatives includes a US$3 billion package for Guam - to maintain the island's role in strategic defence. The Pacific Islands Times reported...

China and Solomon Islands strengthen security cooperation

By Wang Qingyun in Lianyungang, Jiangsu | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-09-17 14:09 "Security cooperation between China and the Solomon Islands primarily aims to enhance the domestic security of the Solomon Islands, while also contributing to...

Cabinet commends outcomes of Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit

QNA Doha The Cabinet, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al Thani on Wednesday, commended the positive outcomes and historic stances of the Arab-Islamic...

Kologeto calls for stronger parliamentary oversight and more active political parties

By Alfred Pagepitu Acting Prime Minister, Hon. Fredrick Kologeto has called for stronger parliamentary oversight and more active political parties, as Solomon Islands commemorated the International Day of Democracy yesterday. Speaking at the event...

Pacific leaders agree on big issues – but unity remains elusive

The Pacific Islands Forum wrapped up its annual leaders meeting last week with some significant agreements, including the launch of the region’s own climate financing facility, the endorsement of the Ocean of Peace declaration and policies on...