19 Dec 2014

Solomons 2015 outlook fragile - PM

11:23 am on 19 December 2014

The Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says the 2015 financial year will be complex to manage as the country's economic outlook remains fragile.

Prime Minister Sogavare had made the statement when moving the Motion of Resolution in parliament Thursday morning.

The measure is being overseen by Mr Sogavare, who is acting as finance minister with the portfolio still to be filled.

He says the 2015 financial year will be complex to manage due to the suspension of the Gold Ridge mining and the ongoing reconstruction after the April flash floods.

Solomon Islands coats of arms on Parliament buildings in Honiara

Solomon Islands coats of arms on Parliament buildings in Honiara Photo: RNZI / Koroi Hawkins

He also added his government is committed to commencing structural reforms to the public service, the tax system and focus on the opportunity for a more vibrant economy under the 2015 budget.

Manasseh Sogavare says the government is determined to ensure the 2015 budget is setting the motion for this vision.