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Jobs & Business Climate: The GREAT Coalition says it will create 25,000 new jobs in four years, with reforms aimed at lifting Solomon Islands’ Ease of Doing Business ranking by cutting red tape and tackling high energy costs. Development Finance Focus: ADB President Masato Kanda told regional leaders that project success should be judged by tangible results on the ground, citing Solomon Islands education outcomes. China Ties & Security: Solomon Islands reaffirmed police cooperation with China, while China also boosted disaster readiness with tents and solar lights for emergency response. U.S. Pacific Push: U.S. Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau announced new economic, security and disaster-recovery initiatives, including Peace Corps returning to Solomon Islands and support for airport rescue vehicles. Climate Risk Support: Government received a rapid climate insurance payout after heavy rainfall triggered its Excess Rainfall policy, backed by Global Shield and WFP. Mining Law Debate: Parliament’s Bills and Legislation Committee rejected claims that more consultation on the Mineral Resources Bill 2025 would cost $1b, warning rushed changes could fracture trust and destabilise communities. Weather & Safety: SIMS issued strong wind warnings for Solomon waters, urging sea travellers and communities to take precautions. Road & Public Assets: MID raised concern over repeated damage to road signs along the Henderson–Alligator corridor and urged the public to protect infrastructure. Community Economy: Shortlands Constituency handed over 57 boats and outboard engines to applicants, supporting local transport and livelihoods. Fisheries Management Tools: MFMR completed a workshop to test a community fisheries guide and app to strengthen village-led fisheries governance.

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Aug. 3, 2026

Tourism Solomons backs Valor Tours’ new Guadalcanal itineraries

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Aug. 22, 2026

US Army, Solomon Islands Conduct Audiology-Focused Medical Civic Action Program

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Aug. 11, 2026

Polar Power Receives Additional Purchase Orders for its Solar Hybrid Power Systems Supporting Broadband Expansion in the Solomon Islands

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Chinese Ambassador to the Solomon Islands Cai Weiming Publishes an Article:Promoting the Sound and Steady Growth of China-Solomon Islands Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

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