AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHigh Court & Public Finance: The Solomon Islands High Court ruled the National Hosting Authority unlawfully bypassed public procurement safeguards when spending on the 2023 Pacific Games, after a “Blanket Waiver” was found to override statutory rules. Opposition Oversight: The Parliamentary Opposition has launched a Shadow Ministerial Team to track ministries, laws and spending, while the Opposition also calls for investigation of 33 bauxite shipments over missing records and alleged unpaid royalties. Energy & Climate: China and Solomon Islands signed the second phase of a mini solar project to extend power to the remaining 25 constituencies; Solomon Islands also urged stronger, more accessible financing for land restoration and drought resilience at UNCCD COP17. Health & Services: Naha Urban Health Centre is set to begin services, expanding primary care in Honiara; MHMS and Honiara City Council school leaders are also rolling out capacity steps ahead of the 2027 free education rollout. Economy & Governance: CBSI launched Instant Funds Transfer (IFT) between participating banks; the Government recorded a July operating deficit after a June surplus, and three new Permanent Secretaries were sworn in. Regional Security: PM Wale visited the FFA fisheries surveillance centre ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum.
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