AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMining Policy: A Solomon Islands Government team has studied Papua New Guinea’s minerals regulation, refining and processing as Honiara prepares a Mineral Resources Bill. Parliament: Deputy Speaker David Gina’s death makes him the second sitting MP lost in five days, after William Marau died on October 10. The deaths leave two seats vacant and are expected to trigger by-elections. Accountability: Dick Stanley Pirione has been sworn in as Ombudsman, filling a vacancy and taking charge of an independent office that investigates complaints about public officials and government agencies. Civil Society: The Home Affairs Ministry is consulting in Gizo on a proposed national NGO policy, which could set a framework for civil society groups and lead to legislation. Labour Mobility: The Government is targeting 5,000 overseas worker deployments a year and will host Australian employers in Honiara next week to strengthen recruitment partnerships. Maritime Safety: After all 73 people aboard the stranded MV Awka were rescued, Temotu’s premier called for an investigation and stronger vessel maintenance and passenger-safety checks.
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