APIBC member NTRO has announced a new partnership with the Solomon Islands Ports Authority to develop a GreenPort Framework aimed at strengthening the sustainability...
Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands introduces electronic visa system to streamline business and visitor entry
The Solomon Islands Government has introduced a new electronic visa system aimed at simplifying entry procedures for international visitors, business travellers and...
Digital payments gather pace across Pacific economies
Digital payments are gaining momentum across Pacific Island economies, with recent developments in Tonga and Solomon Islands showing how banks, regulators and...
Solomon Islands seeks new path for mining sector
Government says reforms aim to attract responsible investment while ensuring communities gain a greater share of the benefits. The Solomon Islands Government has...
Solomon Islands consults industry on mining reforms for attracting investment
The Solomon Islands Government has begun consultations with industry, landowners and other stakeholders on proposed reforms to the country's mining legislation, as it...
Fresh leadership in Honiara; Wale takes the reins, visits Australia first
Former opposition leader Matthew Wale has been elected Prime Minister of Solomon Islands, succeeding Jeremiah Manele after a parliamentary vote on 15 May. Wale secured...
World Bank backs Solomon Islands growth agenda
A new six-year partnership between the World Bank and Solomon Islands aims to improve connectivity, lower business costs and create jobs, with a strong focus on energy,...
Solomon Islands growth steady at 3.5% as IMF urges reforms
The Solomon Islands economy is projected to grow by around 3.5 per cent in the near term, according to the latest assessment by the International Monetary Fund, but the...
Solomon Islands round-up: Connectivity, resources and recovery
January saw a mix of expansion, disruption and policy debate across the Solomon Islands economy. Developments in aviation, hospitality, fisheries and natural resources...
Solomons aviation precinct upgrade moves into construction phase
Construction of a new aviation complex building at Henderson has moved into the superstructure phase, marking a tangible milestone in the long-running effort to...
Bank partnership targets SME growth in Solomons, Vanuatu
A year-end financing partnership between an international development financier and regional commercial banks is expected to improve access to credit for small and...
Strong attendance underscores deepening Australia-Solomons partnership
The 14th Australia-Solomon Islands Business Forum (#14ASIBF) drew one of its largest delegations, reflecting rising confidence in the bilateral economic partnership....











