Solomon Islands
Solomons' GDP expected to continue to grow
Moody's says it expects GDP in the Solomon Islands to grow by three-and-a-half percent next year, backed up by low government debt and strong donor support.
New vaccine against Pacific scourge, dengue fever
Health authorities in the Pacific are encouraged by news of the world's first vaccine against dengue fever being approved for use in Mexico. Audio
'We will be ready for RAMSI's exit' Solomons Police Chief
The Solomon Islands police commissioner says his organisation will be ready for the likely end of the Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands in two years.
Melanesian airlines formalise deal
Airlines of three Melanesian countries have formalised a codeshare arrangement.
Solomons PM admits government needs to return land
The Solomon Islands Prime Minister has admitted the government owes landowners whose property is used by the state.
Arrest in Solomon Island bank robbery investigation
Police in Solomon Islands say they have arrested one suspect in relation to a bank robbery last week in Malaita.
Three new cases of HIV in Solomons this year
Health authorities in the Solomon Islands have confirmed three new cases of HIV in the country this year.
Solomons rearmament in government hands: RAMSI
The Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands says the decision on whether to re-arm parts of the country's police force is now being considered by the government.
Solomons goldmine receives water treatment plant
The local owners of Solomon Islands Gold Ridge gold mine have been given a brand new water treatment facility by the mines former Australian owners St Barbara Ltd. Audio
Solomons women push for reserved seats in parliament
Women's advocacy groups in Solomon Islands say they want to present a case for reserved seats for women in parliament to the country's MPs during next week's sitting.
Solomons women push for reserve seats in parliament
Women's advocacy groups in Solomon Islands say they want to present a case for reserve seats for women in parliament to the country's MPs during next weeks sitting. Audio
Solomons Women's shelter struggles with demand
A safe haven for victims of domestic violence in Solomon Islands is struggling to cope with the number of victims turning up at their doorstep. Audio
Solomons goldmine receives water treatment plant
The owners of Solomon Islands Gold Ridge gold mine have been given a brand new water treatment facility by the mine's former Australian owners.
Solomons provincial premier seeks more investor partnerships
The premier of Guadalcanal province in Solomon Islands says he wants to see investors become partners with landowners to develop their resources.
Solomons PM makes bribery allegation
The Solomon Islands prime minister, Manasseh Sogavare, has strongly condemned opposition MPs who he has accused of trying to lure his members to across the floor.
Solomons PM dismisses report on women MPs
The Solomon Islands Prime Minister says a recent report on reserved seats for women in parliament is full of rubbish.
Honiara to shake-off 'dirtiest city' tag
The city council of the Solomon Islands capital is working on efforts to improve the city's cleanliness.
Solomon Islands coping better with climate change
Solomon Islands is among ten countries around the world which have made marked progress in their ability to cope with climate change.
Pacific media urged to promote gender equality
Gender inequality, discrimination and stereotypes in the region's media are on the agenda at a workshop in Noumea this week. Audio
Pacific urged to invest more in Agriculture
The Secretariat of the Pacific Community is encouraging governments in the region to put more emphasis on developing their agricultural sectors.
