AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPrivate Sector Push: SICCI CEO James Dolarii urged bold reforms to lift Solomon Islands growth from 3–4% to 7–8%, flagging high electricity costs and calling for fast-tracked Electricity Act changes to open the market and expand affordable renewables. Energy & Infrastructure: Solomon Power commissioned a 250kW solar hybrid plant in Tulagi to cut diesel reliance, while MID works are nearing completion on Honiara’s central bus bay and roadside parking, with streetlights next. Finance & Inclusion: CBSI will run a second National Financial Services Demand Side Survey (Sept–Oct) to map access, usage, satisfaction and readiness for climate-related financial products. Climate Leadership: PM Matthew Wale opened the Fifth Pacific Climate Change Conference, calling for climate finance as “justice, not charity,” and stressing legislation, budgeting and enforcement to deliver village-level resilience. Weather Safety: SIMS issued Strong Wind Warning 205 for Solomon Islands waters, warning small craft to take extra precautions. Maritime Economy: PacTow began steps to re-flag its Honiara-based tug Pacific Salvor as a Solomon Islands vessel, strengthening local emergency towage and salvage capacity. Skills for Farmers: ADRA/SEAS completed cocoa IPDM and post-harvest training for 22 West Marovo farmers, covering nursery, grafting, pruning and field practices.
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