AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoElection Support: Japan will provide up to 430 million yen (about US$2.8m) in grants to help Solomon Islands hold fair elections, including technical support for the election management board ahead of unified elections planned for 2028, with UNDP involvement. Infrastructure & Jobs: The Ministry of Infrastructure Development is preparing to redevelop the old Public Works Department (PWD) compound in Kirakira, Makira-Ulawa, including staff houses and plans to base the Eastern Region Machine Fleet there to support road rehabilitation and tar sealing. Financial Inclusion: The Central Bank of Solomon Islands, with Tebbutt Research and the National Statistics Office, will run the second National Financial Services Demand Side Survey from September to October 2026, covering about 992 adults nationwide, including Makira-Ulawa, to guide policy and track progress on financial inclusion. Renewable Energy: Tulagi’s 250-kilowatt solar power plant has been commissioned, with leaders saying more reliable electricity will cut costs and support tourism, schools and clinics. Public Service & Governance: SINU mourned the passing of founding leader Sir Nathaniel Waena, while the Government and PM Matthew Wale issued formal condolences for the former Governor-General and MP. Civic Education: Parliament’s civic education team visited Vura School to help Form 3 students revise the role of Parliament and democratic governance.
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