TRAVEL between the Solomon Islands and Hong Kong will become easier from August 26, when a reciprocal visa-free arrangement takes effect.

PACIFIC countries have increased efforts to tackle waste and pollution through SWAP2, a regional project supporting cleaner waste management and pollution reduction across island countries and territories.

THE Great Coalition government has stepped up its push to overhaul business and labour rules in the Solomon Islands.

A SAMOA Airways aircraft veered off the runway while landing at Fitiuta Airport, American Samoa, on Tuesday morning, leaving one passenger injured and prompting an investigation into the incident.

THE Solomon Islands’ Shiprider Agreement signed with the United States signals its intent to tighten control over its vast waters and crack down on illegal fishing and other sea-borne crime.

GERMANY has reaffirmed its commitment to Fiji and the wider Pacific with new Ambassador, Nicole Menzenbach, pledging to strengthen cooperation on climate action, education, trade and community development.

THE Solomon Islands has signed a loan deal with the Japan to support fiscal stability and economic resilience, as it pushes ahead with reforms to strengthen governance and broaden growth.

THERE is an urgent need for faster reform and greater funding around water security in the region, says Asia Development Bank President Masato Kanda.