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The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has detained an Australian national following a threatening incident involving an alleged firearm... The post RSIPF arrest suspect following threatening weapon incident in Honiara appeared first on In-depth Solomons .
所罗门皇家警察局(RSIPF)已拘留一名澳大利亚国籍人士,因其涉嫌涉及一起威胁事件,涉及一件被指控的火器...... 该帖子“所罗门皇家警察局在霍尼亚拉逮捕一名涉嫌威胁武器事件的嫌疑人”最初发布在 In-depth Solomons。
The Emergency Response Group (ERG) of the Correctional Services of Solomon Islands (CSSI) has taken the oath of office as authorised officers to support the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) during the Motion of No Confidence (MoNC) operation, which was expected to take place next week. The oath of office was administered by the Acting Commissioner of the RSIPF, Mr James Aitorea, to the CSSI officers on 3 September 2026 at the Rove Police Headquarters. Commissioner Aitorea reminded the officers of the important responsibilities and powers entrusted to them as part of the joint operation. “For the purpose of the operations, you are part of our team now, and I ask you to respect that and take it seriously in terms of the responsibilities and the powers that you have, not only for the Police Force but also for the public and the law,” Commissioner Aitorea said. “I acknowledge the Commissioner of CSSI for his continuous support in working closely with police to ensure the security of this country is guaranteed,” he said. Commissioner Aitorea urged the CSSI officers to work closely with their RSIPF colleagues and carry out their duties professionally. “I want you to work together as a team and work closely with your colleagues from the RSIPF. Make sure you do your absolute best in carrying out your duties. Everyone has a part to play; everyone has a job to do in making sure this operation is safe and secure,” he said. He further stressed the importance of taking their responsibilities seriously and ensuring that the operation is conducted lawfully. “We need to take that responsibility very seriously. When people try to threaten the democratic process and confront us, we will deal with them effectively but lawfully. Let’s support each other and make this event a memorable one,” he said. More than 35 CSSI officers will be supporting the RSIPF operation and assist police in providing security starting today.
所罗门群岛监狱服务局(CSSI)的应急响应小组(ERG)已宣誓成为授权官员,以支持皇家所罗门群岛警察部队(RSIPF)在预计下周进行的不信任动议(MoNC)行动中。 宣誓仪式于2026年9月3日在罗夫警察总部由RSIPF代理专员詹姆斯·艾托雷(Mr James Aitorea)主持,CSSI官员参加了仪式。 艾托雷专员提醒官员们在联合行动中所承担的重要责任和权力。 “在此次行动中,你们现在是我们团队的一部分,我希望你们尊重这一点,并认真对待你们所拥有的责任和权力,这不仅是对警察部队的责任,也是对公众和法律的责任,”艾托雷专员说。 “我感谢CSSI专员在与警察紧密合作以确保国家安全方面的持续支持,”他说。 艾托雷专员呼吁CSSI官员与RSIPF同事密切合作,专业履行职责。 “我希望你们作为一个团队共同工作,并与RSIPF的同事紧密合作。确保你们在履行职责时尽最大努力。每个人都有自己的角色;每个人都有责任确保此次行动的安全和保障,”他说。 他进一步强调了认真对待责任的重要性,并确保行动的合法进行。 “我们需要非常认真地对待这一责任。当人们试图威胁民主进程并与我们对抗时,我们将有效但合法地处理他们。让我们相互支持,使此次活动成为一个难忘的事件,”他说。 超过35名CSSI官员将支持RSIPF的行动,并从今天开始协助警察提供安全保障。
Australia and Pacific nations have committed to strengthening regional security to respond to increasing transnational and organised crime. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Pacific leaders on Wednesday unanimously endorsed Waqa Moana, a Pacific-led maritime security initiative to counter illicit drug trafficking. Waqa Moana will focus on getting actionable intelligence into the hands of Pacific police forces and operational responders. To support the implementation of Waqa Moana, Prime Minister Albanese announced a $600m package of support. The Australian Federal Police will invest $49 million in new counter-transnational and organised crime programs across the region. This is in addition to the $140 million the Australian Federal Police is contributing over the next 4 years to support regional security objectives, including Waqa Moana. The Prime Minister also announced the Department of Defence will invest $312 million over the next 10 years to support efforts to counter transnational and organised crime in the region. Prime Minister Albanese said ‘Australia is proud to support Waqa Moana, a Pacific-led maritime security initiative that will put intelligence into the hands of police forces and operational responders. “The Pacific is our home and our family. That’s why it’s in Australia’s interests to work with our Pacific partners to combat organised crime. “For the good of every country in the region, including our own – we need to work together to stamp out the illicit drug trade.” Leaders commended the Pacific Humanitarian Response Coordination Mechanism (PResCOM), designed to ensure the region can come together quickly to respond in times of disaster. PResCOM demonstrated its value in April 2026 during the response to Cyclone Maila in the Solomon Islands. Prime Minister Albanese also welcomed the growing capability of Pacific countries to work together to address shared security challenges. To support Palau in hosting the Leaders’ Meeting, 119 Pacific Police Support Group personnel deployed from across the region, including 28 Australian Federal Police officers. This is the largest deployment of the Pacific Police Support Group to date and reflects growing Pacific-led security cooperation. The Pacific police officers deployed are some of the 1,157 Pacific personnel that have trained at the Pacific Policing Initiative Development and Coordination Hub in Pinkenba, Brisbane, since the Hub opened in December 2024.
澳大利亚和太平洋国家已承诺加强区域安全,以应对日益增加的跨国和有组织犯罪。 总理安东尼·阿尔巴尼斯(Anthony Albanese)和太平洋领导人周三一致支持Waqa Moana,这是一个由太平洋主导的海洋安全倡议,旨在打击非法毒品贩运。 Waqa Moana将重点将可操作的情报交到太平洋警察和应急响应人员手中。 为了支持Waqa Moana的实施,阿尔巴尼斯总理宣布了一项6亿澳元的支持计划。 澳大利亚联邦警察将在该地区投资4900万澳元用于新的反跨国和有组织犯罪项目。 这还包括澳大利亚联邦警察在未来4年内为支持区域安全目标(包括Waqa Moana)贡献的1.4亿澳元。 总理还宣布国防部将在未来10年内投资3.12亿澳元,以支持应对该地区的跨国和有组织犯罪的努力。 阿尔巴尼斯总理表示:“澳大利亚自豪地支持Waqa Moana,这是一个由太平洋主导的海洋安全倡议,将情报交到警察和应急响应人员手中。 “太平洋是我们的家和我们的家人。这就是为什么与我们的太平洋伙伴合作打击有组织犯罪符合澳大利亚的利益。 “为了区域内每个国家的利益,包括我们自己——我们需要共同努力根除非法毒品贸易。” 领导人们赞扬了太平洋人道主义响应协调机制(PResCOM),旨在确保该地区能够迅速团结应对灾难。 PResCOM在2026年4月应对所罗门群岛的迈拉气旋时展示了其价值。 阿尔巴尼斯总理还欢迎太平洋国家在共同应对安全挑战方面日益增强的合作能力。 为了支持帕劳举办领导人会议,119名来自该地区的太平洋警察支持小组人员被派遣,其中包括28名澳大利亚联邦警察。这是迄今为止太平洋警察支持小组最大的一次派遣,反映了日益增强的太平洋主导的安全合作。 被派遣的太平洋警察是自2024年12月太平洋警务倡议发展与协调中心在布里斯班Pinkenba开设以来,已有1157名太平洋人员在该中心接受培训。
BY NED GAGAHE Acting Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) Commissioner James Aitorea has rejected concerns that the involvement of Australian and Chinese police partners could create divisions or competing loyalties within the police force. Aitorea said all donor and participating police partners assisting the RSIPF report directly to the Commissioner and their support is managed according to the needs and priorities of the force. “There is no division such as that because they are all reporting to the Commissioner of Police,” Aitorea said. He was responding to questions from local media at a press conference at Rove Police Headquarters this morning about concerns over the presence and involvement of both Australian and Chinese police partners within the RSIPF. Aitorea said the assistance provided by international partners is intended to address identified gaps in policing and law enforcement. “Our donor partners or our participating partners are reporting to me. They are helping us in gaps that I discovered or that I had in policing and I control their assistance,” he said. He said it is the responsibility of the Commissioner to ensure that assistance from partner countries is properly managed and aligned with the RSIPF’s policing priorities. “It is the duty of the Commissioner to make sure they help in gaps of policing or enforcement of law according to the Commissioner’s strategy plan,” he said. Aitorea’s comments come amid continued involvement of international policing partners in supporting the RSIPF through training, technical assistance and other areas of law enforcement. He maintained that the partnerships do not undermine the unity, professionalism or independence of the police force, with all assistance remaining under the authority and direction of the Commissioner. Photo credit: Ned Gagahe For feedback, contact: gagahened@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:内德·加加赫 所罗门群岛皇家警察部队(RSIPF)代理专员詹姆斯·艾托雷驳斥了有关澳大利亚和中国警察合作伙伴的参与可能在警察部队内部造成分裂或竞争忠诚度的担忧。 艾托雷表示,所有协助RSIPF的捐助和参与警察合作伙伴均直接向警察专员报告,其支持根据警察部队的需求和优先事项进行管理。 “没有这样的分裂,因为他们都向警察专员报告,”艾托雷说。 他是在今天早上于罗夫警察总部举行的新闻发布会上回应当地媒体关于澳大利亚和中国警察合作伙伴在RSIPF内的存在和参与的担忧。 艾托雷表示,国际合作伙伴提供的帮助旨在解决警务和执法中发现的缺口。 “我们的捐助伙伴或参与伙伴向我报告。他们正在帮助我填补在警务中发现的缺口,我控制他们的支持,”他说。 他说,确保来自合作国家的支持得到妥善管理并与RSIPF的警务优先事项保持一致是专员的责任。 “确保他们在警务或执法的缺口中提供帮助是专员的职责,依据专员的战略计划,”他说。 艾托雷的评论是在国际警务合作伙伴继续通过培训、技术援助和其他执法领域支持RSIPF的背景下发表的。 他坚持认为,这些合作关系并未削弱警察部队的团结、专业性或独立性,所有的支持仍在专员的权威和指导下进行。 照片来源:内德·加加赫 反馈请联系:gagahened@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY NED GAGAHE THE Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is closely monitoring social media posts ahead of the Motion of No Confidence, with Acting Police Commissioner James Aitorea warning that threatening posts could lead to police investigations and possible prosecution. Speaking during a press conference this morning, Commissioner Aitorea said the RSIPF’s intelligence teams are monitoring social media as part of its preparations for the motion and will follow up on posts considered threatening or likely to cause psychological effects within the community. He said people should be mindful of what they post online, as police are able to monitor discussions and identify material that could potentially amount to an offence. “Your police, the RS-FPF are closely monitoring the whole situation,” Aitorea said. “Even those who share their views on social media will read between the lines and can pick up those posts and assist them for possible prosecutions.” Aitorea said police have established protocols for dealing with information gathered from social media and would investigate posts that raise security concerns. “For the social media news, it’s interesting, but we have a protocol in handling issues that our intelligence groups are really monitoring the social media,” he said. He said police would follow up on issues that are threatening or could have psychological effects on other members of the community. “We will follow on issues that are threatening or that might cause psychological effects on others in the community,” Aitorea said. He added that people identified through such monitoring could be brought in for questioning as part of police investigations. “And we will bring them in for interrogation,” he said. The Acting Commissioner said the current threat level surrounding the Motion of No Confidence remains low. However, he said the RSIPF would not become complacent and would step up security arrangements to deal with anyone planning or organising unrest. Aitorea said a large number of police officers are currently preparing for the operation, which commenced today. He said officers would undergo a briefing as part of preparations for the security operation, which is expected to continue through the weekend and up until the day of the Motion of No Confidence. The Acting Commissioner also appealed to members of the public to work with the RSIPF to maintain peace during the political process. He stressed that the RSIPF remains a neutral organisation and does not affiliate itself with politics. “RSIPF is a neutral organisation that does not affiliate with politics,” Aitorea said. He urged the public to report any police officers suspected of becoming involved in political activities directly to his office or the police investigation team. Aitorea said the priority of the RSIPF is to maintain a peaceful environment and ensure that the country’s political leaders exercise their mandates and duties through the democratic process. For feedback, contact: nedgagahe@gmail.com Editor: irwin2angiki@gmail.com
作者:内德·加加赫 皇家所罗门群岛警察部队(RSIPF)在不信任动议前密切监控社交媒体帖子,代理警察局长詹姆斯·艾托雷警告称,威胁性帖子可能导致警方调查和可能的起诉。 艾托雷局长在今天上午的新闻发布会上表示,RSIPF的情报小组正在监控社交媒体,作为其为动议做准备的一部分,并将跟进被认为是威胁或可能对社区造成心理影响的帖子。 他说,人们应注意他们在线发布的内容,因为警方能够监控讨论并识别可能构成犯罪的材料。 “你们的警察,RS-FPF正在密切监控整个情况,”艾托雷说。 “即使是那些在社交媒体上分享观点的人,也会读懂潜台词,并能够识别那些帖子并协助他们进行可能的起诉。” 艾托雷表示,警方已建立处理社交媒体收集信息的协议,并将调查引发安全担忧的帖子。 “关于社交媒体新闻,这很有趣,但我们在处理问题时有一套协议,我们的情报小组确实在监控社交媒体,”他说。 他说,警方将跟进那些威胁性的问题或可能对社区其他成员造成心理影响的问题。 “我们将跟进那些威胁性的问题或可能对社区其他成员造成心理影响的问题,”艾托雷说。 他补充说,通过这种监控识别出的人可能会被带来询问,作为警方调查的一部分。 “我们将把他们带来进行审讯,”他说。 代理局长表示,围绕不信任动议的当前威胁水平仍然较低。 然而,他表示,RSIPF不会自满,并将加强安全安排,以应对任何计划或组织骚乱的人。 艾托雷表示,大量警察目前正在为今天开始的行动做准备。 他说,警察将接受简报,作为安全行动准备的一部分,该行动预计将持续到周末,并持续到不信任动议的当天。 代理局长还呼吁公众在政治过程中与RSIPF合作,以维护和平。 他强调,RSIPF仍然是一个中立的组织,不与政治挂钩。 “RSIPF是一个中立的组织,不与政治挂钩,”艾托雷说。 他呼吁公众直接向他的办公室或警方调查小组报告任何涉嫌参与政治活动的警察。 艾托雷表示,RSIPF的优先事项是维护和平的环境,确保国家的政治领导人通过民主程序行使他们的职责和职权。 反馈请联系:nedgagahe@gmail.com 编辑:irwin2angiki@gmail.com
POLICE MONITORING SOCIAL MEDIA AHEAD OF MONC, WARNS OF ARRESTS Acting Commissioner of Police James Aitorea has warned members of the public that police are actively monitoring social media posts ahead of Monday’s Motion of No Confidence (MONC) sitting in Parliament. Aitorea said the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is monitoring online activity and will follow up on posts and comments considered threatening or likely to have a psychological impact on other people. Speaking at his first media conference today, the Acting Commissioner warned that people who make threatening posts could be arrested and interrogated by police. He said police would follow up matters that could threaten individuals or cause fear and psychological harm to others. The warning comes as Prime Minister Matthew Wale’s three-month-old Government faces a Motion of No Confidence following the tabling of the motion in Parliament on Saturday. Police have already commenced security preparations ahead of Monday’s sitting, with a significant number of officers expected to be deployed. Listen to Acting Commissioner James Aitorea’s comments on police monitoring of social media and the warning to the public.
police monitoring social media ahead of monc, Warns of arrests 代理警察局长詹姆斯·艾托雷(James Aitorea)警告公众,警方正在积极监控社交媒体帖子,以应对周一在国会举行的不信任动议(MONC)会议。 艾托雷表示,所罗门群岛皇家警察部队(RSIPF)正在监控在线活动,并将跟进被认为具有威胁性或可能对他人产生心理影响的帖子和评论。 在今天的首次新闻发布会上,代理局长警告说,发布威胁性帖子的人可能会被警方逮捕和审问。 他说,警方将跟进可能威胁个人或对他人造成恐惧和心理伤害的事项。 这一警告是在总理马修·韦尔(Matthew Wale)三个月大的政府面临不信任动议的背景下发出的,该动议于周六在国会提交。 警方已经开始为周一的会议做好安全准备,预计将部署大量警员。 请听代理局长詹姆斯·艾托雷关于警方监控社交媒体及对公众的警告的评论。
POLICE STEP UP SECURITY AHEAD OF MONC SITTING Acting Commissioner of Police James Aitorea has assured the public that the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) is prepared to provide the necessary security for Monday’s Motion of No Confidence (MONC) sitting in Parliament. Prime Minister Matthew Wale’s three-month-old GREAT Coalition Government is facing a no-confidence vote after a motion was filed in Parliament on Saturday. Speaking at his first media conference this morning, Aitorea said police had already commenced preparations for the parliamentary sitting and would step up security operations in the lead-up to Monday. He said a good number of police officers would be deployed on the day to ensure the safety and security of Members of Parliament, parliamentary staff and members of the public. Aitorea said police were prepared to respond to the situation and would maintain security throughout the MONC process. He confirmed that police operations had already commenced today as part of preparations for Monday’s sitting. The Acting Commissioner urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with police as officers carry out their duties. The security preparations come as political tensions remain high following the filing of the no-confidence motion against the Wale Government. Watch Acting Commissioner James Aitorea’s brief comment on police preparations for Monday’s MONC sitting.
police step up security ahead of monc sitting 代理警察局长詹姆斯·艾托雷(James Aitorea)向公众保证,所罗门群岛皇家警察部队(RSIPF)已准备好为周一的国会不信任动议(MONC)会议提供必要的安全保障。 马修·韦尔(Matthew Wale)总理的三个月大伟大联盟政府面临不信任投票,此前该动议于周六在国会提交。 在今天的首次新闻发布会上,艾托雷表示,警方已经开始为国会会议做好准备,并将在周一之前加强安全行动。 他说,届时将部署大量警员,以确保国会议员、国会工作人员和公众的安全。 艾托雷表示,警方已准备好应对局势,并将在整个不信任动议过程中维持安全。 他确认,警方的行动已于今天开始,作为周一会议准备的一部分。 代理局长呼吁公众保持冷静,并配合警方执行职务。 安全准备工作是在针对韦尔政府的不信任动议提交后,政治紧张局势依然高涨的背景下进行的。 请观看代理局长詹姆斯·艾托雷关于警方为周一不信任动议会议准备的简短评论。
Lucas Mill theft accused pleads guilty By ASSUMPTA BUCHANAN Solomon Star, Honiara JOHN Laulae Fenehia, also known as John Neiko, has pleaded guilty to the theft of a Lucas Mill in Isabel Province. Fenehia entered the guilty plea when the matter came before Principal Magistrate Felix Hollison in the Honiara Magistrates’ Court recently. He was charged with simple larceny over the alleged theft of the machine belonging to Marovo Constituency MP Chachabule Rebi Amoi. The matter has been adjourned to Monday next week for sentencing submissions and mitigation. Fenehia is currently on bail. The charge relates to allegations that between January 1 and February 25, 2026, at Litogahira, Katova District, Isabel Province, he stole the Lucas Mill without the owner’s consent. Police allege the machine was later sold and recovered and returned to Amoi, although some parts remained outstanding. //Ends//
Lucas Mill theft accused pleads guilty By ASSUMPTA BUCHANAN Solomon Star, Honiara 约翰·劳拉耶·费内希亚(John Laulae Fenehia),也被称为约翰·内科(John Neiko),已对在伊莎贝尔省盗窃卢卡斯磨坊的指控认罪。 费内希亚在霍尼亚拉治安法庭(Honiara Magistrates’ Court)由首席法官费利克斯·霍利森(Felix Hollison)审理此案时作出了认罪。 他被控简单盗窃,涉及盗窃属于马罗沃选区国会议员查查布尔·雷比·阿莫伊(Chachabule Rebi Amoi)的机器。 此案已被推迟至下周一进行量刑陈述和辩护。 费内希亚目前已获保释。 该指控涉及在2026年1月1日至2月25日之间,在伊莎贝尔省卡托瓦区(Katova District)利托加希拉(Litogahira)盗窃卢卡斯磨坊,未经所有者同意。 警方称,该机器后来被出售并被找回,归还给阿莫伊,尽管仍有部分零件未归还。 //结束//
By Charlery Piringi& The intensifying geopolitical competition between China, the United States and Australia is dangerously amplifying existing political instability... The post Geopolitical Rivalry Amplifies Solomon Islands’ Fragile Domestic Politics, Security Expert Warns appeared first on In-depth Solomons .
作者:查勒里·皮林吉 中美澳之间日益激烈的地缘政治竞争正在危险地加剧现有的政治不稳定...... 这篇文章最初发布在 In-depth Solomons。
BY CHARLES STENNETT The Parliamentary Bills and Legislation Committee BLC, conducted an inquiry into the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2026 as of today, Wednesday, September 2. A statement on its social media said the decision was made at the Committee’s meeting held last week. It said the inquiry will provide the Committee with an opportunity to consider the Bill and receive relevant information and submissions in accordance with its parliamentary functions. Further details regarding the inquiry will be provided once the Committee receives the relevant documentation from the sponsoring Ministry. The Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2026 seeks to amend the Citizenship Act 2018 by introducing additional grounds on which the Citizenship Commission may revoke the citizenship of a person who acquired Solomon Islands citizenship by application under Part 3 of the Act. The Bill also seeks to strengthen the protection of the stability, security, public safety, public order and constitutional stability of Solomon Islands by providing for the revocation of citizenship where the Citizenship Commission is satisfied, on reasonable grounds, that a person who acquired citizenship by application has engaged in serious conduct prejudicial to Solomon Islands. The statement said the Bill provides safeguards intended to ensure that any new grounds for revocation are applied prudently and consistently with lawful democratic participation. The Bill also makes it clear that citizenship must not be revoked merely because a person, lawfully expresses a political opinion, criticises the Government or a Government policy, participates in parliamentary proceedings, participates in a lawful protest, assembly or association; or participates in any other lawful democratic process. The Committee’s inquiry will form part of Parliament’s consideration of the proposed amendments before the Bill proceeds through the legislative process. For feedback, contact: charsstennett@gmail.com Editor: irwin2angiki@gmail.com
作者:查尔斯·斯特内特 议会法案和立法委员会(BLC)于今天,即9月2日星期三,对《公民身份(修正)法案2026》进行了调查。 委员会在其社交媒体上发布的声明中表示,该决定是在上周举行的委员会会议上作出的。 声明称,此次调查将为委员会提供考虑该法案的机会,并根据其议会职能接收相关信息和提交。 关于调查的进一步细节将在委员会收到赞助部门的相关文件后提供。 《公民身份(修正)法案2026》旨在通过引入额外的理由,修订2018年《公民身份法》,以便公民身份委员会可以撤销根据该法第3部分申请获得所罗门群岛公民身份的个人的公民身份。 该法案还旨在通过规定在公民身份委员会合理认为某人通过申请获得公民身份后,参与了对所罗门群岛有严重不利行为的情况下撤销公民身份,从而加强对所罗门群岛的稳定、安全、公共安全、公共秩序和宪法稳定的保护。 声明称,该法案提供了旨在确保任何新的撤销理由都以审慎和与合法民主参与一致的方式适用的保障措施。 该法案还明确指出,公民身份不得仅仅因为某人合法表达政治观点、批评政府或政府政策、参与议会程序、参与合法抗议、集会或协会;或参与任何其他合法民主过程而被撤销。 委员会的调查将成为议会在法案进入立法程序之前考虑提议修订的一部分。 如需反馈,请联系:charsstennett@gmail.com 编辑:irwin2angiki@gmail.com
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Be Alert - Pick-pocketing is Everyone’s Concern Dear Editor - Honiara is becoming a place where people must guard their bags, phones and pockets at every step. Pickpocketing and petty theft are no longer small issues to ignore. They are hurting ordinary people, frightening students, affecting visitors and weakening trust in our public spaces. I write as a University of the South Pacific (USP) student enrolled in DG100: Introduction to Leadership, Government and Human Rights, and also as someone who has experienced this problem personally. My bag was cut open and my phone was stolen without me noticing until it was too late. That moment made one thing clear: theft can happen quickly, quietly and anywhere. This is an awareness call to everyone moving through Central Market, Point Cruz, bus stops, shops and crowded streets: stay alert. Hold your bags close. Keep phones out of sight. Watch the people around you. Do not leave valuables exposed. A few seconds of carelessness can cost someone their money, phone, documents or sense of safety. To those involved in stealing: hardship is real, but stealing is not the answer. Many people in Honiara are struggling, yet they choose to work, study and live honestly. Taking from another struggling person only spreads more pain. If life in town has become too difficult, there should be no shame in returning to the village, where family, land and community support can offer a better path. This problem needs action from all sides. Police presence must be stronger in known hotspots. Honiara City Council, government leaders, churches, settlement leaders, families and communities must work together to guide young people, support newcomers and create opportunities through skills training, employment and youth programmes. Most importantly, we must look out for one another. If you see suspicious behaviour, warn others. If someone is in trouble, help them. If you are tempted to steal, stop and choose a better path. Honiara belongs to all of us, and keeping it safe is everyone’s responsibility. Everlyn Kutai USP Student SI Campus
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Be Alert - Pick-pocketing is Everyone’s Concern Dear Editor - Honiara is becoming a place where people must guard their bags, phones and pockets at every step. Pickpocketing and petty theft are no longer small issues to ignore. They are hurting ordinary people, frightening students, affecting visitors and weakening trust in our public spaces. I write as a University of the South Pacific (USP) student enrolled in DG100: Introduction to Leadership, Government and Human Rights, and also as someone who has experienced this problem personally. My bag was cut open and my phone was stolen without me noticing until it was too late. That moment made one thing clear: theft can happen quickly, quietly and anywhere. This is an awareness call to everyone moving through Central Market, Point Cruz, bus stops, shops and crowded streets: stay alert. Hold your bags close. Keep phones out of sight. Watch the people around you. Do not leave valuables exposed. A few seconds of carelessness can cost someone their money, phone, documents or sense of safety. To those involved in stealing: hardship is real, but stealing is not the answer. Many people in Honiara are struggling, yet they choose to work, study and live honestly. Taking from another struggling person only spreads more pain. If life in town has become too difficult, there should be no shame in returning to the village, where family, land and community support can offer a better path. This problem needs action from all sides. Police presence must be stronger in known hotspots. Honiara City Council, government leaders, churches, settlement leaders, families and communities must work together to guide young people, support newcomers and create opportunities through skills training, employment and youth programmes. Most importantly, we must look out for one another. If you see suspicious behaviour, warn others. If someone is in trouble, help them. If you are tempted to steal, stop and choose a better path. Honiara belongs to all of us, and keeping it safe is everyone’s responsibility. Everlyn Kutai USP Student SI Campus
BY NED GAGAHE MINISTER of Finance and Treasury Gordon Darcy Lilo has warned media and public to exercise responsibility when commenting on political developments, while respecting the rule of law and Solomon Islands’ democratic system. Lilo made the remarks yesterday when responding to questions from local media about reports linking him to the current political instability. The Minister was questioned during an interview on the sidelines of the Tax Policy Work Programme consultation at Heritage Park Hotel in Honiara. Lilo said people were free to express their views through social media, mainstream media and community consultations, but stressed that freedom of expression must be exercised responsibly. “I just want everyone to be responsible and respect the rule of law,” Lilo said. “At the same time, you have that freedom of expression that you have, but express it in a very responsible way.” He also criticised what he described as irresponsible media reporting, particularly the way parts of an article were used to generate an issue. “And I want to say to the media that is so irresponsible,” he said. “That bit of that article and how you generate an issue out of it is absolutely irresponsible. So, I want to say to you, media, go and correct yourself and then get things right.” Lilo also maintained that the country’s democratic system remained intact and should be respected. “Our democratic system is still operating very well and respect that system,” he said. His comments come amid heightened political developments following the submission of a notice of motion of no-confidence against Prime Minister Matthew Wale in Parliament. Lilo urged those taking part in public discussions, including the media, to ensure that their comments and reporting were responsible and accurate. Former finance minister Fr Manasseh Maelanga, MP for East Malaita, had launched the notice for the motion of no-confidence (MoNC) with parliament at 4pm Saturday, August 29. Island Sun published an article that Saturday night on the MoNC notice, which was the culmination of weeks of secret meetings between Maelanga’s group and Opposition plotting the MoNC. Island Sun reported that Finance Minister Lilo was also part of Maelanga’s group. A major influencer also was government back-bencher Marovo MP Chachabule Amoi. Sources close to the matter told Island Sun of two such meetings in which Lilo was part of, the latest of which was held at the Henderson food court the night before the notice of MoNC was launched. Of the group of GREAT dissenters, only Maelanga, Harry Kuma (former Commerce Minister) and Clezy Rore (former minister of Justice) had resigned from government. Government House confirmed to Island Sun that the trio submitted their resignation the same day the MoNC was launched. For feedback, contact: nedgagahe@gmail.com Editor: irwin2angiki@gmail.com
作者:NED GAGAHE 财政与财政部长Gordon Darcy Lilo警告媒体和公众在评论政治发展时要保持责任感,同时尊重法治和所罗门群岛的民主制度。 Lilo在回应当地媒体关于将他与当前政治不稳定联系起来的报道时发表了上述言论。 在霍尼亚拉遗产公园酒店的税收政策工作计划咨询会议期间,Lilo在接受采访时被问及此事。 Lilo表示,人们可以通过社交媒体、主流媒体和社区咨询自由表达观点,但强调言论自由必须负责任地行使。 “我希望每个人都能负责任,并尊重法治,”Lilo说。 “与此同时,你们拥有的言论自由,但要以非常负责任的方式表达。” 他还批评了他所称的不负责任的媒体报道,特别是某些文章的部分内容被用来制造问题的方式。 “我想对那些不负责任的媒体说,”他说。 “那篇文章的某一部分以及你们如何从中制造问题是绝对不负责任的。因此,我想对你们说,媒体,去纠正自己,然后把事情弄对。” Lilo还坚持认为,国家的民主制度依然完好,应该受到尊重。 “我们的民主制度仍在良好运行,尊重这一制度,”他说。 他的评论是在提交针对总理Matthew Wale的不信任动议通知后,政治局势加剧的背景下发表的。 Lilo呼吁参与公共讨论的人,包括媒体,确保他们的评论和报道是负责任和准确的。 前财政部长Fr Manasseh Maelanga,东马莱塔的国会议员,于8月29日星期六下午4点向议会提交了不信任动议通知。 Island Sun在那个星期六晚上发表了一篇关于不信任动议通知的文章,这是Maelanga小组与反对派策划不信任动议的几周秘密会议的结果。 Island Sun报道称,财政部长Lilo也是Maelanga小组的一部分。另一位主要影响者是政府后座议员Marovo MP Chachabule Amoi。 接近此事的消息人士告诉Island Sun,Lilo参与了两次这样的会议,最近一次是在不信任动议通知发布前一晚在Henderson美食广场举行的。 在GREAT反对派小组中,只有Maelanga、Harry Kuma(前商业部长)和Clezy Rore(前司法部长)辞去了政府职务。 政府府确认这三人在不信任动议发布的同一天提交了辞呈。 如需反馈,请联系:nedgagahe@gmail.com 编辑:irwin2angiki@gmail.com
BY DOUGLAS VAHIA Thirty-one members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) have arrived in Solomon Islands to participate in the second iteration of Exercise Coastwatchers for 2026. The ADF personnel arrived on Saturday, August 29, with the joint exercise between the ADF and the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) commencing on Monday, a statement by the Australian High Commission (AHC) yesterday said. Exercise Coastwatchers is the premier training activity between the two forces and is designed to strengthen the sovereign policing capacity of the RSIPF, AHC said. The exercise is jointly developed by the ADF and RSIPF and responds directly to the needs of the Solomon Islands Government and the police force. Training during the latest exercise will be conducted both in Honiara and in several provinces, covering a range of specialised skills aimed at strengthening the RSIPF’s operational capabilities and developing future trainers within the force. The latest iteration will build on knowledge and skills gained during previous Coastwatchers exercises, with participants undertaking more advanced and complex scenarios. The training is designed to enable participants to plan, lead and deliver training in support of policing operations across Solomon Islands. One of the key components is the Advanced Small Boats course, which will cover areas including small-boat maintenance and advanced navigation. Participants will deploy to several provinces as part of the course, progressively developing the skills required to serve as small-boat handlers, instructors and, eventually, team leaders. Following the opening of the Western Border Outpost (WBO ) , the ADF will also provide additional training to RSIPF personnel in the use of high-specification Parrot drones. The drone training will support the RSIPF’s border surveillance activities from the WBO. Other components of the exercise include advanced medical training, administration, vehicle maintenance and logistics. The medical training will equip police personnel with skills to respond to emergencies and provide vital first aid, while the administration course will strengthen capabilities in records management and organisational processes. Vehicle maintenance and logistics training will also focus on improving efficiency, extending the operational lifespan of RSIPF vehicles and ensuring equipment reaches officers where and when it is required. Australia’s Acting Defence Adviser to Solomon Islands, Brett Verity, said Exercise Coastwatchers demonstrated the strength of the security partnership between Australia and Solomon Islands. “Exercise Coastwatchers is an important training activity we conduct in Solomon Islands which delivers practical skills that support the RSIPF in its day-to-day operations and long-term capability development,” Mr Verity said. He said the exercise reflected Australia’s commitment to working with Solomon Islands to build capability and strengthen relationships. “Most importantly, Exercise Coastwatchers is building the capability of the RSIPF to protect the people, resources, and security of Solomon Islands,” he said. Verity added that the ADF personnel participating in the exercise were looking forward to returning to Solomon Islands and training alongside their RSIPF counterparts. He said the exercise also provided an opportunity for both organisations to share skills and culture. Exercise Coastwatchers will run from August 31 to September 23.
作者:道格拉斯·瓦希亚 三十一名澳大利亚国防军(ADF)成员已抵达所罗门群岛,参加2026年第二届海岸观察者演习。 ADF人员于8月29日星期六抵达,ADF与所罗门群岛皇家警察部队(RSIPF)之间的联合演习将于星期一开始,澳大利亚高级专员公署(AHC)昨日表示。 海岸观察者演习是两支部队之间的主要训练活动,旨在增强RSIPF的主权警务能力,AHC表示。 该演习由ADF和RSIPF共同开发,直接响应所罗门群岛政府和警察部队的需求。 最新演习期间的培训将在霍尼亚拉及多个省份进行,涵盖一系列专业技能,旨在增强RSIPF的操作能力,并培养未来的培训师。 此次演习将建立在之前海岸观察者演习中获得的知识和技能基础上,参与者将进行更高级和复杂的场景训练。 培训旨在使参与者能够规划、领导和提供支持所罗门群岛警务行动的培训。 其中一个关键组成部分是高级小艇课程,将涵盖小艇维护和高级导航等领域。 参与者将作为课程的一部分前往多个省份,逐步发展成为小艇操作员、教练,最终成为团队领导者所需的技能。 在西部边境哨所(WBO)开设后,ADF还将为RSIPF人员提供高规格鹦鹉无人机的使用培训。 无人机培训将支持RSIPF从WBO进行的边境监视活动。 演习的其他组成部分包括高级医疗培训、行政管理、车辆维护和后勤。 医疗培训将使警察人员具备应对紧急情况和提供重要急救的技能,而行政课程将增强记录管理和组织流程的能力。 车辆维护和后勤培训还将重点提高效率,延长RSIPF车辆的操作寿命,并确保设备在需要时及时送达警员。 澳大利亚驻所罗门群岛代理国防顾问布雷特·维里提表示,海岸观察者演习展示了澳大利亚与所罗门群岛之间安全伙伴关系的力量。 维里提先生表示:“海岸观察者演习是我们在所罗门群岛进行的重要培训活动,提供支持RSIPF日常运营和长期能力发展的实用技能。” 他说,该演习反映了澳大利亚与所罗门群岛合作建设能力和加强关系的承诺。 “最重要的是,海岸观察者演习正在增强RSIPF保护所罗门群岛人民、资源和安全的能力,”他说。 维里提补充说,参与演习的ADF人员期待着重返所罗门群岛,与RSIPF同行一起训练。 他说,该演习还为两个组织提供了分享技能和文化的机会。 海岸观察者演习将于8月31日至9月23日进行。
BY JOHN HOUANIHAU The Media Association of Solomon Islands (MASI) has raised serious concerns over the recent police questioning of investigative journalist Gina Maka’a and the search of her workplace in Honiara. MASI in a statement on Sunday said the actions by the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) raised questions about due process, press freedom and the safety of journalists carrying out their work. MASI acknowledged the police mandate to investigate alleged offences but said such investigations must be conducted in accordance with legal procedures and with respect for the constitutional protections afforded to the media. The association was particularly concerned about attempts to obtain confidential journalistic information, the seizure of work materials and the search of media premises. MASI said these concerns were heightened by what it described as incorrect details contained in the search warrant. “Journalists play an essential role in a democratic society. Their work informs the public, strengthens accountability, and supports transparency in matters of national interest. Any attempt to force a journalist to reveal confidential sources, seize work materials, or search media premises particularly under a warrant containing incorrect details risks undermining these democratic principles and may create an alarming effect on legitimate investigative reporting,” MASI said. It warned that actions involving journalists, particularly attempts to force disclosure of confidential sources, could have a chilling effect on legitimate investigative reporting. MASI said protection of confidential sources was a cornerstone of ethical journalism because it allows whistleblowers to come forward with information on matters of public interest. “Pressuring journalists to disclose sources weakens public trust, discourages transparency, and threatens the integrity of the media sector,” the association said. However, MASI said it also recognised the responsibility of law enforcement agencies to conduct investigations. It called for police investigations involving journalists and media organisations to be carried out with greater sensitivity to the role of the media and strict adherence to legal and constitutional protections. The association said issues involving mistaken identities, incorrect warrants and attempts to seize personal devices without a clear legal basis highlighted the need for stronger coordination between police and media organisations. MASI is now calling for greater clarity and transparency in how police engage with journalists and media organisations. It said authorities must ensure investigative actions involving media workers follow proper legal procedures and respect constitutional freedoms. The association also called for confidential sources to be protected and encouraged greater dialogue between the RSIPF and media stakeholders to prevent similar incidents. Looking ahead, MASI said it would consider developing a formal police-media engagement framework, advocating for a review of the Whistleblowers Protection Act 2018, and establishing a rapid-response system to provide legal advice and representation to journalists facing legal pressure. It also plans to promote greater public awareness of press freedom and investigative journalism, while engaging Pacific and international press freedom organisations for additional support and protection for Solomon Islands journalists. MASI said it stood with journalists and media organisations continuing to report on matters of public interest. “A strong, independent media is not an obstacle to national development; it is one of its foundations,” the association said. Meanwhile, the RSIPF, in a statement issued over the weekend said the search warrant served on Ms Maka’a was intended to obtain information relevant to an ongoing investigation and not to force the disclosure of a reporter’s source. Police acknowledged an administrative error in the name stated on the warrant when it was executed, saying measures would be put in place to prevent a similar occurrence. The RSIPF said it respects the work of media professionals but noted that search warrants can be used to obtain information for investigations and prosecutions. The RSIPF said the case file has now been referred to the Director of Public Prosecutions for legal advice.
作者:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌 所罗门群岛媒体协会(MASI)对最近警方对调查记者吉娜·马卡(Gina Maka’a)的询问以及对其在霍尼亚拉工作场所的搜查表示严重关切。 MASI在周日的一份声明中表示,所罗门群岛皇家警察(RSIPF)的这一行为引发了关于正当程序、新闻自由以及从事新闻工作的记者安全的问题。 MASI承认警方有权调查涉嫌犯罪行为,但表示此类调查必须按照法律程序进行,并尊重宪法赋予媒体的保护。 该协会特别关注获取机密新闻信息的尝试、工作材料的扣押以及对媒体场所的搜查。 MASI表示,这些担忧因其所称的搜查令中包含的不正确细节而加剧。 “记者在民主社会中扮演着至关重要的角色。他们的工作为公众提供信息,加强问责制,并支持国家利益事务的透明度。任何试图强迫记者透露机密来源、扣押工作材料或在包含不正确细节的搜查令下搜查媒体场所的行为,都可能破坏这些民主原则,并对合法的调查报道产生令人担忧的影响,”MASI表示。 它警告称,涉及记者的行为,特别是强迫披露机密来源的尝试,可能对合法的调查报道产生寒蝉效应。 MASI表示,保护机密来源是伦理新闻的基石,因为这使得举报人能够就公众利益事务提供信息。 “对记者施加压力以披露来源削弱了公众信任,阻碍了透明度,并威胁到媒体行业的完整性,”该协会表示。 然而,MASI也承认执法机构进行调查的责任。 它呼吁警方在涉及记者和媒体组织的调查中更加敏感,严格遵循法律和宪法保护。 该协会表示,涉及错误身份、错误搜查令以及在没有明确法律依据的情况下试图扣押个人设备的问题,突显了警方与媒体组织之间需要加强协调。 MASI现在呼吁在警方与记者和媒体组织的互动中提供更大的清晰度和透明度。 它表示,相关部门必须确保涉及媒体工作者的调查行动遵循适当的法律程序,并尊重宪法自由。 该协会还呼吁保护机密来源,并鼓励RSIPF与媒体利益相关者之间进行更多对话,以防止类似事件的发生。 展望未来,MASI表示将考虑制定正式的警察与媒体互动框架,倡导审查2018年《举报人保护法》,并建立快速反应系统,为面临法律压力的记者提供法律建议和代表。 它还计划提高公众对新闻自由和调查新闻的认识,同时与太平洋和国际新闻自由组织进行合作,以为所罗门群岛记者提供更多支持和保护。 MASI表示,它支持继续报道公众利益事务的记者和媒体组织。 “强大、独立的媒体不是国家发展的障碍;它是国家发展的基础之一,”该协会表示。 与此同时,RSIPF在周末发布的一份声明中表示,针对马卡女士的搜查令旨在获取与正在进行的调查相关的信息,而不是强迫披露记者的来源。 警方承认在执行时搜查令上所述的姓名存在行政错误,并表示将采取措施防止类似事件的发生。 RSIPF表示,它尊重媒体专业人士的工作,但指出搜查令可以用于获取调查和起诉所需的信息。 RSIPF表示,该案件文件现已转交给检察总监以获取法律建议。
The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has come under criticism after questioning investigative journalist Gina Maka’a and searching her office in Honiara. Maka’a, a reporter with In-depth Solomons, was questioned about a confidential document used in an investigation into a reported $10 billion tax discrepancy involving the Solomon Islands Tobacco Company. She was asked to identify the person who gave her the document but refused to reveal the source. Maka’a said she had promised to protect the source’s identity. “I made a promise to the source that I will never reveal their identity.” In-depth Solomons is a Honiara-based online news portal, dedicated to investigative journalism and in-depth reporting Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) strongly condemned the police action, saying questioning a journalist about her source and attempting to obtain documents and electronic devices was an attack on press freedom. In-depth Solomons editor Ofani Eremae said journalists must be able to carry out investigations without intimidation. Solomon Islands Women in News Media (SIWINM) also condemned what it described as targeted intimidation of Maka’a, who is the organisation’s Vice President. SIWINM President Dorothy Wickham said a free media is important for democracy. “Freedom of the press is a cornerstone of our democracy,” Wickham said. Police spokesman Desmond Rave said the search was part of an ongoing investigation and the case file is now with the Director of Public Prosecutions for legal advice. The RSIPF later clarified that the warrant was intended to obtain information for the investigation, not to force Maka’a to reveal her source. Police acknowledged that the warrant contained an administrative error in the name and said measures would be taken to prevent a similar mistake. The RSIPF said it respects the work of journalists but also has legal powers, including search warrants, to obtain information needed for investigations and prosecutions. The incident has renewed debate over the balance between police investigations and the protection of journalists and their sources.
所罗门群岛皇家警察部队(RSIPF)因质询调查记者吉娜·马卡(Gina Maka’a)并搜查她在霍尼亚拉的办公室而受到批评。 马卡是《深入所罗门》(In-depth Solomons)的记者,她被问及一份在调查所罗门群岛烟草公司(Solomon Islands Tobacco Company)报告的100亿美元税收差异中使用的机密文件。 她被要求识别提供该文件的人,但拒绝透露消息来源。 马卡表示,她承诺保护消息来源的身份。 “我向消息来源承诺,绝不会透露他们的身份。” 《深入所罗门》是一个总部位于霍尼亚拉的在线新闻门户,致力于调查性新闻和深入报道。 有组织犯罪与腐败报道项目(OCCRP)强烈谴责警方的行为,称质询记者的消息来源并试图获取文件和电子设备是对新闻自由的攻击。 《深入所罗门》编辑奥法尼·埃雷梅(Ofani Eremae)表示,记者必须能够在没有恐吓的情况下进行调查。 所罗门群岛新闻媒体女性(SIWINM)也谴责了对马卡的针对性恐吓,马卡是该组织的副主席。 SIWINM主席多萝西·威克汉(Dorothy Wickham)表示,自由媒体对民主至关重要。 “新闻自由是我们民主的基石,”威克汉说。 警方发言人德斯蒙德·拉维(Desmond Rave)表示,搜查是正在进行的调查的一部分,案件文件现已提交给公诉局局长以获取法律建议。 RSIPF随后澄清,搜查令旨在获取调查所需的信息,而不是强迫马卡透露她的消息来源。 警方承认搜查令中姓名存在行政错误,并表示将采取措施防止类似错误。 RSIPF表示尊重记者的工作,但也拥有包括搜查令在内的法律权力,以获取调查和起诉所需的信息。 此事件重新引发了关于警方调查与保护记者及其消息来源之间平衡的辩论。
BY DOUGLAS VAHIA United States Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau will visit Solomon Islands this week as part of a wider tour of the Pacific, the US State department has announced. The visit forms part of Mr Landau’s regional trip to Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), Solomon Islands and Kiribati between August 31 and September 11. Landau is expected to meet with government representatives and business leaders, with the visit aimed at advancing shared economic and security priorities between Honiara and Washington. He will be accompanied on the Solomon Islands leg of the trip by US Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Kevin Lunday, in recognition of the role the Coast Guard plays in supporting maritime security across the region. Landau’s stop in Solomon Islands is expected to be closely watched locally, with government representatives and members of the business community anticipated to hold discussions with the Deputy Secretary during his visit. In Palau, he will take part in the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders’ Meeting with Forum dialogue partners aimed at strengthening ties between the United States and Pacific Island governments. He will also meet government representatives in FSM before travelling on to Kiribati, where he is set to attend the Kiribati Development Partners Forum. The US State Department said the Pacific region remains an enduring foreign policy priority for the United States, citing its long-standing relationship with countries in the region. “The United States has deep and long-standing ties to the countries in the Pacific, who are not only our neighbours but also our friends,” the department said. The department added that the United States remains committed to engaging its Pacific Island partners to help preserve an open, secure, and prosperous Pacific region.
作者:道格拉斯·瓦希亚 美国副国务卿克里斯托弗·兰道(Christopher Landau)本周将访问所罗门群岛,此行是其太平洋地区更广泛巡访的一部分,美国国务院已对此进行了宣布。 此次访问是兰道先生在8月31日至9月11日期间对帕劳、密克罗尼西亚联邦(FSM)、所罗门群岛和基里巴斯的区域之行的一部分。 兰道预计将与政府代表和商业领袖会面,此次访问旨在推动霍尼亚拉(Honiara)与华盛顿之间共同的经济和安全优先事项。 他将在所罗门群岛的行程中由美国海岸警卫队指挥官凯文·伦代(Admiral Kevin Lunday)陪同,以表彰海岸警卫队在支持该地区海洋安全方面所发挥的作用。 兰道在所罗门群岛的停留预计将受到当地的密切关注,政府代表和商业界人士预计将在他访问期间与副国务卿进行讨论。 在帕劳,他将参加太平洋岛国论坛(PIF)领导人会议,与论坛对话伙伴共同致力于加强美国与太平洋岛国政府之间的联系。 他还将在密克罗尼西亚联邦与政府代表会面,然后前往基里巴斯,参加基里巴斯发展伙伴论坛。 美国国务院表示,太平洋地区仍然是美国持久的外交政策优先事项,强调与该地区国家的长期关系。 “美国与太平洋国家有着深厚而悠久的联系,这些国家不仅是我们的邻居,也是我们的朋友,”国务院表示。 该部门补充说,美国仍然致力于与太平洋岛国伙伴合作,帮助维护一个开放、安全和繁荣的太平洋地区。
Galaxy exit opens door for Lautoka BOG challenge BY RICHARD MENANOPO FORMER Solomon Islands international Batram Suri has wasted little time moving into his next coaching assignment, taking charge of Fiji’s Lautoka FC just days after completing his latest campaign with Vanuatu side Galaxy FC. Suri, who guided Galaxy FC at the 2026 OFC Men’s Champions League in Fiji, confirmed the move in an interview with the Island Sun, saying the Lautoka opportunity came immediately after the O’League semifinal campaign with Galaxy. “Thank God for the opportunity, which came just after the O’League semifinal ended for my team, Galaxy FC,” Suri said. The former Solomon Islands international said taking on the Lautoka job was a “beautiful and wonderful” opportunity and one he intends to make full use of. He also acknowledged his boss, Andrew Leong, saying a “boss-to-boss connection in business” helped make the Lautoka offer possible. Suri had initially planned to take a break after spending eight months with Galaxy FC in 2026, but the Lautoka offer has kept him involved in coaching for the short Battle of Giants (BOG) campaign. “At first, I should have been having my break after eight months of being engaged with Galaxy FC this year, 2026,” he said. “But since this opportunity came, it keeps me tackling and engaged in coaching for the very short period in the Battle of Giants competition.” Suri said his time with Galaxy had helped him gain confidence and courage while continuing to develop his understanding of the game he loves. Now, his immediate target with Lautoka is straightforward — winning the BOG. “Every team has its dream and goal to win the Battle of Giants, and so do we. We want to be champions,” he said. With only five days to prepare the team, Suri said he would focus on simplicity, basic football and raising the intensity of training. “I have my own philosophy in football to work on for Lautoka FC. But there are only five days left before the competition,” he said. “The only way to improve the team is to teach the players to play simple and more basic and raise the intensity in training before the competition starts.” Suri’s Lautoka appointment comes after his second stint in charge of Galaxy FC, where he guided the Vanuatu club at the OFC Men’s Champions League. For his Solomon Islands supporters, Suri has a simple message: “Keep praying for me, and your physical support with words of encouragement will do. God bless.” For feedback, contact: mnorichard4@gmail.com Editor: irwin2angiki@gmail.com
银河队的离开为劳托卡BOG挑战打开了大门 作者:理查德·梅纳诺波(Richard Menanopo) 前所罗门群岛国际球员巴特拉姆·苏里(Batram Suri)在完成与瓦努阿图球队银河FC的最新赛季后,迅速进入了他的新教练职位,接管了斐济的劳托卡FC。 苏里在2026年OFC男子冠军联赛中指导银河FC,他在接受《岛屿太阳》采访时确认了这一转会,表示劳托卡的机会是在银河队的O’League半决赛结束后立即出现的。 “感谢上帝给我这个机会,它是在我的球队银河FC的O’League半决赛结束后出现的,”苏里说。 这位前所罗门群岛国际球员表示,接手劳托卡的工作是一个“美丽而美好的”机会,他打算充分利用。 他还感谢他的老板安德鲁·梁(Andrew Leong),表示“商业上的老板与老板之间的联系”使得劳托卡的报价成为可能。 苏里最初计划在2026年与银河FC合作八个月后休息,但劳托卡的报价让他在短暂的巨人之战(BOG)赛季中继续参与教练工作。 “起初,我应该在与银河FC合作八个月后休息,”他说。 “但由于这个机会的出现,它让我在巨人之战比赛期间继续参与教练工作。” 苏里表示,他在银河FC的时间帮助他获得了信心和勇气,同时继续发展他对这项他热爱的运动的理解。 现在,他在劳托卡的直接目标很简单——赢得BOG。 “每个球队都有梦想和目标赢得巨人之战,我们也是。我们想成为冠军,”他说。 在只有五天的时间准备球队的情况下,苏里表示他将专注于简单、基础的足球和提高训练强度。 “我有自己的足球哲学要在劳托卡FC上实施。但在比赛开始前只有五天的时间,”他说。 “提高球队的唯一方法是教会球员们简单和基础的打法,并在比赛开始前提高训练强度。” 苏里在银河FC的任期结束后接任劳托卡,曾在OFC男子冠军联赛中指导瓦努阿图俱乐部。 对于他的所罗门群岛支持者,苏里有一个简单的信息:“请继续为我祈祷,你们的身体支持和鼓励的话语将会有所帮助。上帝保佑。” 反馈请联系:mnorichard4@gmail.com 编辑:irwin2angiki@gmail.com
BY DOUGLAS VAHIA Fr Manasseh Maelanga has explained his motion of no-confidence against Prime Minister Matthew Wale saying it aims to uphold principles of collective cabinet responsibility, representative democracy and good governance. Mr Maelanga, in a statement issued by the Opposition Press Secretariat this afternoon, said: “The Motion follows concerns that the Prime Minister has repeatedly made decisions on matters of national importance without properly consulting Cabinet or obtaining its approval. “I have taken this step with confidence in our democratic institutions and a firm commitment to stable, transparent and accountable government. “The Constitution provides a clear and lawful process for Members of Parliament to openly and peacefully consider questions of national leadership. “This Motion allows Parliament to carry out that responsibility. “Whatever the outcome, I am confident that our country will move forward peacefully, government services will continue, and Members will work together in the national interest. “Under the Constitution, the Cabinet is collectively responsible to Parliament for the Government’s decisions and actions. Collective responsibility must be supported by collective consultation,” Maelanga said. He said the motion aims to ask Parliament to decide on one question – does the Prime Minister continue to command the confidence of its members? Maelanga said detailed reasons for the motion will be made known on the floor of parliament. He called for peace as the motion proceeds along its processes. “I recognise that Solomon Islanders understand the rules of democracy and respect the law. I am confident that they will allow Parliament to consider this matter peacefully through the proper legal and constitutional process.” Maelanga submitted the notice for MONC against PM Wale on Saturday, August 29. For feedback, contact: diivee56@gmail.com Editor: irwin2angiki@gmail.com
作者:道格拉斯·瓦希亚 马纳塞·马埃兰加神父解释了他对总理马修·韦尔(Matthew Wale)提出的不信任动议,称其旨在维护集体内阁责任、代议制民主和良好治理的原则。 马埃兰加在今天下午由反对派新闻秘书处发布的声明中表示:“该动议是基于对总理在未适当咨询内阁或获得其批准的情况下,反复就国家重要事务做出决定的担忧。 “我以对我们民主机构的信心和对稳定、透明和负责任政府的坚定承诺采取了这一措施。 “宪法为国会议员公开和平地考虑国家领导问题提供了明确和合法的程序。 “该动议使国会能够履行这一责任。 “无论结果如何,我相信我们的国家将和平向前发展,政府服务将继续,国会议员将在国家利益中共同努力。 “根据宪法,内阁对国会对政府的决定和行动负有集体责任。集体责任必须得到集体咨询的支持,”马埃兰加说。 他说,该动议旨在请国会决定一个问题——总理是否继续获得其成员的信任? 马埃兰加表示,动议的详细理由将在国会会议上公布。 他呼吁在动议的程序进行中保持和平。 “我认识到所罗门群岛人民理解民主规则并尊重法律。我相信他们会允许国会通过适当的法律和宪法程序和平地考虑此事。” 马埃兰加于8月29日星期六提交了针对韦尔总理的不信任动议通知。 反馈请联系:diivee56@gmail.com 编辑:irwin2angiki@gmail.com
BY TONY IROGA Homes have been demolished at Lungga, east of Honiara following enforcement of a High Court order over a disputed parcel of land. The demolition exercise began on Tuesday at Fixed Estate Parcel No. 192-004-671, covering about four hectares and occupied by more than 30 houses. An application for stay on the order has been given to court, but enforcement action is reportedly continuing. Affected families say they have been left devastated and uncertain about where they will live after their homes were demolished. A house being dismantled. Photo credit – Tony Iroga One concerned resident, who asked not to be named, said her family has been without proper accommodation since the demolition began. “The High Court acted without notice and what is happening at the moment is unexpected,” she said. She said some of the affected families have lived on the land for more than 20 years after moving there during the ethnic tension period. She described the demolition as “inhuman”, saying families are now struggling to find somewhere to stay. As of Friday, families from 10 households are reportedly homeless, with affected residents calling on the Government to urgently provide assistance with shelter and other basic needs. The residents have also appealed to their Member of Parliament, Chachabule Amoi, to intervene and assist the affected families. The demolitions are being carried out as part of enforcement proceedings arising from High Court Civil Case No. 121 of 2025, Fairtrade Company Limited v Iko and Others, concerning possession of the disputed property. Homes demolition in progress. Photo credit – Oe si fi tala According to the High Court Enforcement Order for Possession filed at the High Court Registry on July 27, 2026, the defendants and other persons occupying the property through or under them were ordered to ‘give vacant possession’ of the land. The order authorised the Sheriff to enter the property and take the necessary steps to deliver vacant possession of the land to the claimant. The enforcement order followed an earlier High Court ruling made on May 21, 2026, directing the defendants to vacate and hand over possession of the property. The Court document said the defendants subsequently failed to comply with that order, resulting in a further order on June 18 and, eventually, the enforcement order issued on July 27. The enforcement order said it must be personally served on the respondents and prominently displayed at the entrance to the property. It further said enforcement cannot take place until seven days after the letter of service or display of the order. Separate eviction notices also required occupants to vacate the premises within seven days of receiving the notices. The notices warned that if occupants failed to comply, the Sheriff could execute the order and deliver vacant possession of the property to the claimant. The High Court also warned against obstruction of the enforcement process. According to the Court order, anyone who ‘resists or obstructs the Sheriff’ while the order is being carried out could face contempt of court proceedings or possible criminal consequences, including imprisonment. The enforcement order is valid for one year from July 27, 2026, unless otherwise dealt with by the Court. The proceedings also include a counter-claim by Multi Chartering Shipping Services Limited and other counter-claimants against Fairtrade Company Limited, the Commissioner of Lands and the Registrar of Titles. A large number of individuals are listed as respondents in the Court proceedings. However, lawyer Rogers Tovosia, who is representing losing party, occupants, has challenged the timing of the enforcement action, arguing that the matter is still before the Court of Appeal. Tovosia said an appeal has already been filed and the matter has been listed for hearing on September 4 this year. He argued that because the appeal remains before the Court of Appeal, the dispute has not reached its final stage. “The case is still a matter before the Court, as the Court of Appeal is still there to determine the final result of the proceedings,” Tovosia said. He questioned why the High Court enforcement order was being carried out while the appeal was continuing. Tovosia also questioned the use of police during the demolition exercise, saying the enforcement of the eviction order should have taken into account the pending appeal. “The eviction order is fast and it should be taking the time required by the Court,” he said. He further questioned why State power, including police, was being used to demolish the homes of people affected by the dispute. “The High Court should put aside the eviction order as the appeal case is continued,” he said. Tovosia maintained that the Court of Appeal remained the avenue for determining the final outcome of the matter before further enforcement action was taken. The lawyer also raised concerns over the case numbers involved in the proceedings, referring to Civil Case No. 121 of 2025 and an earlier case numbered 445 of 2013. The enforcement action is expected to continue affecting families and other occupants living on the disputed parcel. With their homes already demolished, affected residents are now calling for urgent Government assistance while the legal proceedings continue.
作者:托尼·伊罗加 在霍尼亚拉东部的隆加,因执行高等法院的命令,争议土地上的房屋被拆除。 拆除工作于周二在固定地产地块编号192-004-671开始,涉及约四公顷的土地,超过30座房屋被占用。 虽然已向法院申请暂停该命令,但据报道,执行行动仍在继续。 受影响的家庭表示,他们在房屋被拆除后感到沮丧,不确定将住在哪里。 一位不愿透露姓名的居民表示,自拆除开始以来,她的家庭一直没有合适的住所。 “高等法院在没有通知的情况下采取了行动,目前发生的事情是意想不到的,”她说。 她表示,一些受影响的家庭在民族紧张时期搬到这里后,已经在这块土地上生活了超过20年。 她将拆除形容为“非人道”,称家庭现在正在努力寻找栖身之所。 截至周五,10个家庭的居民据报道无家可归,受影响的居民呼吁政府紧急提供庇护和其他基本需求。 居民们还呼吁他们的国会议员查查布尔·阿莫伊介入并帮助受影响的家庭。 拆除工作是根据高等法院民事案件编号121号的执行程序进行的,案件为公平贸易公司有限公司诉伊科及其他人,涉及争议财产的占有。 正在进行的房屋拆除。照片来源 – Oe si fi tala 根据2026年7月27日在高等法院注册处提交的高等法院占有执行命令,被告和其他通过或在其名下占用该财产的人被命令“交出空置的土地”。 该命令授权法警进入该财产并采取必要措施将土地的空置占有权交给原告。 执行命令是在2026年5月21日高等法院作出的早期裁决之后发出的,指示被告腾空并交出该财产的占有权。 法院文件表示,被告随后未能遵守该命令,导致在6月18日发出进一步命令,最终在7月27日发出执行命令。 执行命令表示,必须亲自送达被告,并在财产入口处显著展示。 此外,执行不能在送达信件或展示命令后的七天内进行。 单独的驱逐通知还要求居住者在收到通知后的七天内腾空房屋。 通知警告称,如果居住者未能遵守,法警可以执行命令并将财产的空置占有权交给原告。 高等法院还警告不要阻碍执行过程。 根据法院命令,任何在执行过程中“抵抗或阻碍法警”的人可能面临藐视法庭的诉讼或可能的刑事后果,包括监禁。 执行命令自2026年7月27日起有效,为期一年,除非法院另行处理。 该程序还包括多元租船服务有限公司及其他反诉方对公平贸易公司有限公司、土地专员和土地登记处的反诉。 在法院程序中列出了大量个人作为被告。 然而,代表失利方的律师罗杰斯·托沃西亚质疑执行行动的时机,认为此事仍在上诉法院审理中。 托沃西亚表示,已提交上诉,案件已列入今年9月4日的听证会。 他认为,由于上诉仍在上诉法院进行,争议尚未达到最终阶段。 “此案仍在法院审理中,上诉法院仍在决定程序的最终结果,”托沃西亚说。 他质疑为何在上诉继续进行时,高等法院的执行命令被执行。 托沃西亚还质疑在拆除过程中使用警察的合理性,认为驱逐令的执行应考虑到待决的上诉。 “驱逐令的执行过快,应该按照法院要求的时间进行,”他说。 他进一步质疑为何国家权力,包括警察,被用来拆除受争议的房屋。 “高等法院应搁置驱逐令,因为上诉案件仍在继续,”他说。 托沃西亚坚持认为,上诉法院仍是决定此事最终结果的途径,进一步的执行行动应在此之后进行。 律师还对程序中涉及的案件编号表示担忧,提到民事案件编号121号和早期案件编号445号。 执行行动预计将继续影响居住在争议土地上的家庭和其他居住者。 在他们的房屋已被拆除后,受影响的居民现在呼吁政府在法律程序继续进行时提供紧急援助。
Pacific security report urges stronger regional cooperation, practical action and inclusive responses to emerging challenges. 28 August 2026 – Stronger regional cooperation will be critical as the Pacific shifts from decision-making to implementation to address the region’s security challenges, the Pacific Peace and Security Dialogue 2026 Report highlights. Drawing on insights from the Pacific’s largest [...] The post PACIFIC REPORT CALLS FOR STRONGER REGIONAL COOPERATION appeared first on Tavuli News (Solomon Islands) .
太平洋安全报告呼吁加强区域合作、采取切实行动以及对新兴挑战做出包容性回应。2026年8月28日——随着太平洋地区从决策转向实施以应对区域安全挑战,2026年太平洋和平与安全对话报告强调,加强区域合作将至关重要。报告借鉴了太平洋地区最大...... 该文章最初发布于 Tavuli News(所罗门群岛)。
– Eels stand between Naha and maiden SWPL title BY RICHARD MENANOPO Naha FC are just one point away from making history, but defending champions Henderson Eels FC will have the chance to delay their coronation when the Solrais Women’s Premier League reaches a dramatic climax at East End Stadium this weekend. Naha head into Saturday’s decisive clash sitting top of the standings on 46 points, three clear of second-placed Frigates United FC and six ahead of Henderson Eels. With only the final weekend fixtures remaining, the title is now firmly in Naha’s hands — but not yet secured. The SWPL said Naha need “just ONE POINT” against Henderson Eels to secure their first-ever league title, setting up a high-stakes encounter at East End Stadium, KG. “Naha FC are on the verge of making history,” the league said, adding that the leaders require only a single point to secure their maiden championship. Standing in their way are the defending champions, Henderson Eels, who will be determined to spoil Naha’s celebrations. The Eels currently sit third on 40 points after 17 matches and will be looking to finish their campaign on a high while preventing Naha from completing their title charge. However, second-placed Frigates United remain within touching distance and could still snatch the championship should Naha falter. Frigates, on 43 points, must beat Ghupo Wantoks FC in their final fixture on Sunday and hope Henderson Eels defeat Naha. A Naha loss would leave the leaders on 46 points, while a Frigates victory would also take them to 46. The goal difference could then become decisive, with Frigates currently holding a superior +104 compared to Naha’s +98. The weekend programme gets underway on Saturday (tomorrow) with Marist FC facing Haura FC at 11am, followed by Geniagu United FC against West Honiara FC at 1pm, before the much-anticipated Henderson Eels-Naha FC clash at 3pm. Sunday will see Koloale FC meet RSIPF Royals FC at 1pm, before Frigates United take on Ghupo Wantoks at 3pm. With Naha requiring only a draw to seal the championship, the pressure is firmly on the league leaders — but Frigates will be waiting for any slip-up. The SWPL has urged supporters to turn out at East End Stadium for what promises to be a dramatic finish to the 2026 season. Naha have enjoyed a remarkable campaign, winning 15 of their 17 matches with just one draw and one defeat. Their 104 goals scored is also among the strongest attacking records in the competition, putting the club on the brink of its first SWPL championship.
– 鳗鱼队阻挡了 Naha 夺得首个 SWPL 冠军的机会 作者:理查德·梅纳诺波 Naha FC 只差一分就能创造历史,但卫冕冠军亨德森鳗鱼 FC 将有机会推迟他们的加冕,所罗门女子超级联赛将在本周末于东区体育场迎来戏剧性的高潮。 Naha 在周六的决战中以 46 分高居积分榜首,领先第二名的 Frigates United FC 三分,领先亨德森鳗鱼六分。 随着最后一个周末的比赛即将到来,冠军现在牢牢掌握在 Naha 手中——但尚未锁定。 SWPL 表示,Naha 只需在与亨德森鳗鱼的比赛中“获得一分”即可确保他们的首个联赛冠军,这为东区体育场的高风险对决奠定了基础。 “ Naha FC 即将创造历史,”联赛表示,补充道领先者只需一分即可确保他们的首个冠军。 阻挡他们的是卫冕冠军亨德森鳗鱼,他们将决心破坏 Naha 的庆祝活动。 鳗鱼目前在 17 场比赛中以 40 分排名第三,他们希望在结束赛季时取得佳绩,同时阻止 Naha 完成夺冠之路。 然而,第二名的 Frigates United 仍在触手可及的范围内,如果 Naha 失误,他们仍有机会夺冠。 Frigates 以 43 分的成绩必须在周日的最后一场比赛中击败 Ghupo Wantoks FC,并希望亨德森鳗鱼战胜 Naha。Naha 的失利将使领先者停留在 46 分,而 Frigates 的胜利也将使他们达到 46 分。 此时,净胜球可能成为决定性因素,Frigates 目前的净胜球为 +104,优于 Naha 的 +98。 周末的比赛将于周六(明天)开始,马里斯特 FC 将于上午 11 点迎战 Haura FC,随后是 Geniagu United FC 对阵西霍尼亚拉 FC 的比赛,最后是备受期待的亨德森鳗鱼与 Naha FC 的对决,时间为下午 3 点。 周日,Koloale FC 将于下午 1 点迎战 RSIPF Royals FC,随后 Frigates United 将于下午 3 点对阵 Ghupo Wantoks。 由于 Naha 只需平局即可锁定冠军,压力完全在于联赛领头羊——但 Frigates 将在等待任何失误。 SWPL 呼吁支持者前往东区体育场,期待 2026 赛季的戏剧性收官。 Naha 在本赛季表现出色,17 场比赛中赢得 15 场,仅有一场平局和一场失利。他们打入的 104 球也是比赛中最强的进攻记录之一,使俱乐部即将迎来首个 SWPL 冠军。
Officers told Gina Maka’a, a reporter for OCCRP member center In-depth Solomons, her questioning was aimed at uncovering the source... The post OCCRP Denounces Police Search of Solomon Islands Reporter appeared first on In-depth Solomons .
官员告诉 OCCRP 成员中心 In-depth Solomons 的记者 Gina Maka’a,她的询问旨在揭露消息来源...... 该文章最初发布于 In-depth Solomons。
Honiara, Solomon Islands –Opposition Leader Hon. Manasseh Sogavare MP has welcomed the Pacific Games Special Audit Report and accepted political responsibility as the minister responsible at the time. Hon. Sogavare said the Pacific Games remain one of Solomon Islands’ proudest national achievements, but the serious failures identified in its financial management, procurement and record-keeping must be acknowledged. “The Pacific Games were delivered under my leadership. I remain immensely proud of what Solomon Islands achieved, and the audit findings do not erase the historic contribution of our athletes, volunteers, officials and people,” Hon. Sogavare said. “However, I cannot claim the success of the Games while distancing myself from the serious weaknesses now exposed by the Auditor General. I was Prime Minister and minister responsible, and I accept the political responsibility that comes with that office.” Hon. Sogavare said Solomon Islands demonstrated its ability to host thousands of athletes and visitors and successfully deliver the largest regional event ever undertaken by the country. However, he acknowledged that the standard achieved in hosting the Games was not matched in all aspects of its financial administration. He said the public is entitled to ask how serious failures in procurement, financial controls and record-keeping were allowed to occur under his ministerial leadership. Hon. Sogavare said delivering a major national event involves different levels of responsibility. Ministers provide political leadership and oversight; advisers provide advice; and public officers and responsible authorities carry out administrative, financial and procurement functions in accordance with the law. He said these different responsibilities do not remove ministerial accountability, but they are important when establishing how particular decisions were made and where administrative or legal responsibility rests. “The Games were delivered under my ministerial watch, and I accept political responsibility for the failure of oversight. The appropriate institutions must now examine the decisions, advice and administrative actions involved and establish the full facts through evidence and due process,” he said. Hon. Sogavare said both OUR Party-led governments, the DCGA and later the GNUT Government, had awaited the completion of the special audit. He welcomed its finalisation and tabling in Parliament. He said any matters referred for further investigation must now be left to the institutions authorised by law to undertake that work. He cautioned that the report must neither be buried to protect reputations nor turned into a political weapon to condemn individuals before investigations are completed. “I will defend the decision to host the Pacific Games and the legacy it created. I will not defend the financial and procurement failures exposed by the Auditor General,” he said. “The Games showed what Solomon Islands can achieve. This report shows where we fell short. We must confront both, establish how these failures occurred and ensure that the same weaknesses are not repeated in future major national events of this kind.” ENDS// – OPPOSITION PRESS The post SOGAVARE WELCOMES SPECIAL AUDIT first appeared on Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC) .
霍尼亚拉,所罗门群岛——反对派领袖曼纳塞·索加瓦雷(Hon. Manasseh Sogavare MP)欢迎太平洋运动会特别审计报告,并接受作为当时负责部长的政治责任。 索加瓦雷表示,太平洋运动会仍然是所罗门群岛最自豪的国家成就之一,但必须承认在财务管理、采购和记录保存方面所发现的严重失误。 “太平洋运动会是在我的领导下举办的。我对所罗门群岛所取得的成就感到非常自豪,审计结果并不能抹去我们运动员、志愿者、官员和人民的历史贡献,”索加瓦雷说。 “然而,我不能在与审计长揭露的严重弱点保持距离的情况下声称运动会的成功。我曾是总理和负责部长,我接受与该职位相关的政治责任。” 索加瓦雷表示,所罗门群岛展示了其接待成千上万运动员和游客的能力,并成功举办了该国有史以来最大的区域性活动。 然而,他承认,在举办运动会的标准上,财务管理的各个方面并未达到同样的水平。 他说,公众有权询问在他的部长领导下,如何允许采购、财务控制和记录保存方面的严重失误发生。 索加瓦雷表示,举办重大国家活动涉及不同层次的责任。部长提供政治领导和监督;顾问提供建议;公共官员和负责机构根据法律履行行政、财务和采购职能。 他说,这些不同的责任并不消除部长的问责制,但在确定特定决策的形成及行政或法律责任所在时是重要的。 “运动会是在我的部长监督下举办的,我接受监督失误的政治责任。相关机构现在必须审查所涉及的决策、建议和行政行动,并通过证据和正当程序建立完整事实,”他说。 索加瓦雷表示,两个由我们的党领导的政府,即DCGA和后来的GNUT政府,一直在等待特别审计的完成。他欢迎审计的最终完成并在国会中提交。 他说,任何需要进一步调查的事项现在必须交由法律授权的机构来进行。 他警告说,报告既不能被掩盖以保护声誉,也不能成为在调查完成之前谴责个人的政治武器。 “我将捍卫举办太平洋运动会的决定及其所创造的遗产。我不会为审计长揭露的财务和采购失误辩护,”他说。 “运动会展示了所罗门群岛可以取得的成就。该报告显示了我们不足之处。我们必须面对这两者,确定这些失误是如何发生的,并确保在未来类似的重大国家活动中不再重蹈覆辙。” 结束// ——反对派新闻
By RODRICK DESURI AUKI Malaita Provincial Police Commander Superintendent Michael Ramosaea says a police officer will be disciplined for allegedly spreading false information and acting beyond the responsibilities of a normal constable. Ramosaea made the statement yesterday following a story published by this paper on Tuesday, August 25, which reported allegations that several police officers had been drinking alcohol, playing darts and playing loud music at night inside the old Auki Police Station. The old police station is currently being renovated for use as accommodation for police officers. The allegations raised concerns among members of the public, with calls for police officers to maintain discipline and demonstrate responsible behaviour both on and off duty. Ramosaea said the officer had allegedly exceeded his authority and spread what he described as false information about the normal operations of the Auki Police Station. “Yes, of course, the officer will definitely be disciplined for his behaviour and attitude in spreading false information about the police,” he said. He said some of the information circulated by the officer was being used to justify his actions but was not supported by evidence. Ramosaea also clarified concerns regarding the rental of a building used by the Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA), saying the arrangement was approved by previous Provincial Police Commanders. He further explained that materials, including gravel supplied by Solomon Water, and containers placed within the police compound were being used for the renovation of the old police station. Ramosaea warned that under his leadership, any police officer found acting outside police protocols, regulations and rules would be dealt with accordingly. He said police officers must remain accountable, follow proper procedures and maintain discipline while carrying out their duties. For feedback, contact: rodrickdesuri50@gmail.com Editor: irwin2angiki@gmail.com
作者:RODRICK DESURI 奥基 马莱塔省警察指挥官迈克尔·拉莫萨亚(Michael Ramosaea)表示,一名警察因涉嫌传播虚假信息和超越普通警员职责而将受到纪律处分。 拉莫萨亚在昨天发表此声明,背景是本报于8月25日(星期二)发布的一则报道,指控几名警察在旧奥基警察局内饮酒、打飞镖和播放大声音乐。 旧警察局目前正在进行翻修,以作为警察的住宿设施。 这些指控引发了公众的担忧,呼吁警察在值班和非值班期间保持纪律,展现负责任的行为。 拉莫萨亚表示,该警察涉嫌超越其权限,并传播他所称的关于奥基警察局正常运作的虚假信息。 “是的,当然,这名警察因其传播虚假信息的行为和态度将受到纪律处分,”他说。 他表示,该警察传播的一些信息被用来为其行为辩护,但并没有证据支持。 拉莫萨亚还澄清了有关商品出口市场管理局(CEMA)租用一栋建筑的担忧,称该安排是由之前的省警察指挥官批准的。 他进一步解释说,包括所罗门水务公司提供的碎石和放置在警察院内的集装箱,都是用于旧警察局的翻修。 拉莫萨亚警告说,在他的领导下,任何被发现违反警察协议、规章和规则的警察将会受到相应处理。 他说,警察必须保持问责,遵循适当程序,并在执行职责时保持纪律。 如需反馈,请联系:rodrickdesuri50@gmail.com 编辑:irwin2angiki@gmail.com