Solomons Opposition wary of free education
A PROPOSED fee-free education for Solomon Islands students has raised concern among Opposition politicians who have advised a cautionary approach.
Israel outlines security concerns as Fiji stresses neutrality
VISITING Israeli Minister Gideon Sa’ar has defended Israel's military actions in the Middle East and placed responsibility for instability on Iran.
Next Generation ideas
IN a political landscape dominated by well-known parties with old faces and entrenched ideas, new politicians often struggle to gain traction.
PNG takes helm of Pacific Aviation Safety Office
PAPUA New Guinea has been elected chair of the Pacific Aviation Safety Office Council, taking over for the next 12 months after votes at PASO’s 22nd annual general meeting in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Israel dismisses Suva protest over new embassy
AS Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka celebrated the opening of Israel’s embassy in Suva with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, a group of protesters waved Palestinian flags several floors below.
Fiji-Israel mark diplomatic reset with embassy reopening in Suva
FIJI’S relationship with Israel is entering a “new chapter” as the two countries mark the reopening of Israel’s embassy in Suva.
Tonga, UNICEF report highlights kids hit hard by poverty
A QUARTER of Tonga’s children live in multidimensional poverty, according to a new report released by Tonga and UNICEF.
“People need to know their rights”: What Solomon Islands youth want from leaders
LESS corruption. More transparency. Development that reaches rural villages, not just urban centers. These are the demands of young Solomon Islanders in a governance survey, and unless political leaders start listening, the next election may…