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The Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development says 14 building projects for Waimapuru National Secondary School are in the 2027 development budget.
教育和人力资源发展部表示,Waimapuru国家中学的14个建筑项目已列入2027年发展预算。
Solomon Islands U-15 boys head to Azerbaijan for inaugural FIFA global youth football festival BY RICHARD MENANOPO Solomon Islands’ young footballers have departed for Azerbaijan to represent the country at the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival 2026, marking a significant opportunity for the nation’s emerging football talents to compete on the international stage. The Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF), in a social media post published on Tuesday October 20, confirmed that the national U-15 boys’ team had left home for Baku, Azerbaijan, where the historic youth football event will bring together teams from across the world. SIFF said the team would represent Solomon Islands in the inaugural competition, describing the trip as a historic moment for the young players as they prepare to fly the national flag on FIFA’s global youth stage. The Solomon Islands side has been drawn in Group J alongside Angola, the Central African Republic, China, Japan and Saudi Arabia. The tournament gets underway on October 24 and runs until October 30, with matches to be played in Baku, Azerbaijan. According to FIFA, the new competition is designed to give young players from football associations of different sizes and backgrounds greater access to international football, meaningful match experience and opportunities to develop their skills against a variety of opponents. The inaugural edition is expected to feature more than 3,000 players, coaches and officials, with close to 1,000 matches scheduled across six matchdays. Unlike conventional 11-a-side football, the competition will use an eight-a-side format, with matches consisting of two 20-minute halves. Each team is expected to play at least nine matches, with the results of the opening group phase determining placement in the subsequent tournament stage. FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development, Arsène Wenger, has emphasised that the tournament is intended to give young players more opportunities to test themselves against different styles of football and learn through international competition. The format will also ensure that teams continue playing throughout the event, with six separate tiers producing their own winners. The winner of Tier A will be crowned the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival champion. For Solomon Islands, participation provides the young players with an opportunity to gain valuable international exposure, test their abilities against teams from other footballing backgrounds and build experience that could benefit their future development. FIFA confirmed that the inaugural boys’ edition will be followed by a girls’ tournament in 2027, with separate boys’ and girls’ competitions planned from 2028 onwards. SIFF wished the travelling team safe journeys and urged the young footballers to make the country proud as they prepare to represent Solomon Islands in Azerbaijan. [Photo: The Solomon Islands National U-15 boys’ squad and team officials pose in front of the FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival sign following their arrival in Baku, Azerbaijan. Photo credit: SIFF]
所罗门群岛U-15男孩前往阿塞拜疆参加首届国际足联全球青年足球节 作者:理查德·梅纳诺波 所罗门群岛的年轻足球运动员已启程前往阿塞拜疆,代表国家参加首届国际足联U-15世界杯及节日2026,这标志着国家新兴足球人才在国际舞台上竞争的重要机会。 所罗门群岛足球协会(SIFF)在10月20日星期二发布的社交媒体帖子中确认,国家U-15男孩队已离开家乡前往阿塞拜疆巴库,历史性的青年足球盛会将汇聚来自世界各地的球队。 SIFF表示,球队将代表所罗门群岛参加首届比赛,称此次旅行是年轻球员的历史时刻,他们准备在国际足联的全球青年舞台上高扬国旗。 所罗门群岛队被分在J组,与安哥拉、中非共和国、中国、日本和沙特阿拉伯同组。 比赛将于10月24日开始,持续到10月30日,比赛将在阿塞拜疆巴库进行。 根据国际足联的说法,这项新比赛旨在为来自不同规模和背景的足球协会的年轻球员提供更多接触国际足球的机会,获得有意义的比赛经验,并在与各种对手的较量中提升技能。 首届赛事预计将有超过3000名球员、教练和官员参与,计划在六个比赛日进行近1000场比赛。 与传统的11人制足球不同,本次比赛将采用8人制格式,比赛由两个20分钟的半场组成。每支球队预计将至少参加九场比赛,首轮小组赛的结果将决定后续比赛阶段的名次。 国际足联全球足球发展主管阿尔塞纳·温格强调,这项赛事旨在为年轻球员提供更多机会,以不同风格的足球进行自我测试,并通过国际竞争学习。 该格式还将确保球队在整个赛事中持续比赛,六个不同级别将产生各自的冠军。A级别的获胜者将被冠以首届国际足联U-15世界杯及节日冠军。 对于所罗门群岛来说,参与为年轻球员提供了宝贵的国际曝光机会,测试他们与其他足球背景球队的能力,并积累对未来发展的有益经验。 国际足联确认,首届男孩赛事后将于2027年举行女子比赛,并计划从2028年起分别举行男孩和女孩的比赛。 SIFF祝愿出行的球队一路平安,并呼吁年轻足球运动员在阿塞拜疆为国家争光。 [照片:所罗门群岛国家U-15男孩队及团队官员在抵达阿塞拜疆巴库后,站在国际足联U-15世界杯及节日标志前合影。照片来源:SIFF]
BY RODRICK DESURI AUKI Auki Police have launched an investigation after a newborn baby boy was found abandoned in the Fasitoro area of Auki, Malaita Province, this morning. Police confirmed receiving a report about the incident and said an inquiry file had been opened to gather information and evidence surrounding the circumstances in which the infant was found. Police said the inquiry could be developed into a criminal case once sufficient evidence had been collected. “We have received information about the finding, and we have opened an inquiry file,” police said. “Once we have gathered enough relevant information about the infant, we will consider turning the inquiry into a criminal case,” police added. Police also indicated that the infant’s mother could face a charge of attempted murder, depending on the findings of the investigation. Officers have appealed to members of the public, particularly residents of Auki, to provide any information that could assist with the inquiry. Meanwhile, Island Sun spoke with Kenneth Tuhaika, the man who rescued the infant after two young boys reportedly alerted him to a baby crying inside a tightly tied plastic bag. Tuhaika said the baby was now in stable and healthy condition after he rushed him to Auki Clinic for medical attention. “The baby is now in a stable and healthy condition,” he said. Tuhaika described the incident as heartbreaking, reflecting on the circumstances in which a newborn could be abandoned when other people desperately wish to have children. He said he had prayed and hoped for many years to have a child before finally welcoming his firstborn. His personal experience has added an emotional dimension to the incident as police continue investigating the circumstances surrounding the newborn’s discovery. [The newborn baby boy found abandoned at Fasitoro, Auki, Malaita Province, this morning. Photo: Rodrick Desuri.]
作者:罗德里克·德苏里 奥基 奥基警方在今天早晨发现一名新生男婴被遗弃在马莱塔省奥基的法西托罗地区后,已展开调查。 警方确认已收到关于此事件的报告,并表示已开立调查档案,以收集有关婴儿被发现情况的信息和证据。 警方表示,一旦收集到足够的证据,调查可能发展为刑事案件。 “我们已收到关于发现的消息,并已开立调查档案,”警方表示。 “当我们收集到足够相关信息后,将考虑将调查转为刑事案件,”警方补充道。 警方还表示,婴儿的母亲可能面临企图谋杀的指控,这取决于调查结果。 警方呼吁公众,特别是奥基居民,提供任何可能协助调查的信息。 与此同时,《岛屿太阳》与肯尼斯·图哈伊卡进行了交谈,他是在两名年轻男孩的提醒下,救助了这名婴儿的男子。男孩们报告说听到婴儿在一个紧紧绑着的塑料袋里哭泣。 图哈伊卡表示,婴儿在他急忙将其送往奥基诊所接受医疗后,现已稳定健康。 “婴儿现在状况稳定,健康良好,”他说。 图哈伊卡形容这一事件令人心碎,反思一个新生儿被遗弃的情况,而其他人则迫切希望拥有孩子。 他说,他曾祈祷并希望多年能有一个孩子,最终迎来了他的第一个孩子。 他的个人经历为这一事件增添了情感维度,警方继续调查新生儿被发现的情况。 [在法西托罗,马莱塔省发现的被遗弃的新生男婴。照片:罗德里克·德苏里。]
BY RODRICK DESURI AUKI A newborn baby boy found abandoned inside a tightly tied red shopping bag at Fasitoro Heights in Auki, Malaita Province, this morning is in stable condition following medical treatment. The infant was discovered at around 7am after two young boys reportedly heard him crying from inside the bag and alerted a nearby resident. Kenneth Tuhaika, who rescued the baby, said he was returning home when the boys approached him and explained what they had heard. The infant being treated at Auki Clinic. “I was coming back to my house when the two little boys came and told me they had heard a baby crying from inside a plastic bag left near their residence,” he said. Tuhaika immediately rushed to the scene and opened the bag, discovering the newborn inside. He carefully lifted the baby, wrapped him in a blanket and took him to Auki Clinic for medical attention. “It was really sad and emotional when I first touched and held the baby. I even asked God why He gives babies to people who do not want them rather than to those who truly want them,” he said. The infant reportedly weighed 2.7 kilograms and measured 47 centimetres in length. Hazel Chem, the nurse in charge at Auki Clinic, confirmed that the baby was stable and had received the necessary treatment. She said the infant was now with a woman intending to adopt him and provide the care he needs. When Island Sun visited the clinic, the baby had been cleaned and fed milk, while the prospective adoptive mother had purchased essential items for his care. The prospective adoptive mother had purchased essential items for his care. The woman, identified as Tracey Babalu, appeared happy to welcome the child into her care, describing him as a little angel saved by Almighty God. A video showing the rescue has since circulated widely on social media, prompting strong reactions from members of the public over the circumstances in which the newborn was found. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and welfare of newborns, while the swift response by the two boys and Tuhaika helped ensure the infant received medical attention. Meanwhile, Auki police have confirmed to Solomon Star that a report has been received and an investigation into the incident is underway. Police have yet to establish the identity of the baby’s mother. [PHOTO CAPTION: Newborn baby boy is carried by his prospective adoptive mother, Tracey Babalu, at Auki. Photo credit: Hazel Chem/Facebook.]
作者:罗德里克·德苏里 奥基 今天早晨,在马莱塔省奥基法西托罗高地发现的一名被遗弃的新生男婴,现已在接受医疗后状况稳定。 这名婴儿是在早上7点左右被发现的,两个年轻男孩报告说听到他在袋子里哭泣,并提醒了一名附近的居民。 救助婴儿的肯尼斯·图哈伊卡表示,他当时正回家,男孩们走过来告诉他他们听到的情况。 这名婴儿正在奥基诊所接受治疗。 “我正回家的路上,两个小男孩过来告诉我,他们听到一个婴儿在他们住所附近的塑料袋里哭泣,”他说。 图哈伊卡立即赶到现场,打开袋子,发现了新生儿。他小心翼翼地抱起婴儿,用毛毯包裹他,并将他送往奥基诊所接受医疗。 “当我第一次触摸并抱起婴儿时,真的很伤心和感动。我甚至问上帝,为什么他把婴儿给那些不想要他们的人,而不是那些真正想要孩子的人,”他说。 这名婴儿的体重为2.7公斤,身长47厘米。 奥基诊所负责护士海泽尔·切姆确认,婴儿状况稳定,已接受必要的治疗。 她表示,婴儿现在与一位打算收养他的女性在一起,并提供他所需的照顾。 当《岛屿太阳》访问诊所时,婴儿已被清洗并喂了奶,而未来的养母已购买了他所需的基本用品。 未来的养母已购买了他所需的基本用品。 这位名为特雷西·巴巴卢的女性对迎接孩子进入她的照顾感到高兴,称他为上帝拯救的小天使。 一段显示救助过程的视频在社交媒体上广泛传播,引发公众对新生儿被发现情况的强烈反应。 这一事件引发了对新生儿安全和福利的关注,而两名男孩和图哈伊卡的迅速反应确保了婴儿得到了医疗照顾。 与此同时,奥基警方已向《所罗门明星》确认,已收到报告,正在对事件进行调查。 警方尚未确定婴儿母亲的身份。 [照片说明:新生男婴被他的未来养母特雷西·巴巴卢抱着,地点在奥基。照片来源:海泽尔·切姆/Facebook。]
BY JOSES SAREN Pacific tourism ministers and delegates visited Tulagi and Rua Koukomu also known as Double Island in Central Province today, experiencing the province’s historical heritage, island attractions and hospitality during an excursion outside Honiara. The excursion formed part of the Council of Tourism Ministers’ programme and showcased Central Province’s potential for historical, cultural and nature-based tourism. Central Islands Province Premier Kenneth Sagupari welcomed the visiting ministers and delegates to Tulagi, inviting them to experience the province’s authentic island atmosphere and hospitality. Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) Board Chairperson Adela Issachar Aru and Cook Islands Tourism Corporation CEO Karla Eggelton pose with a traditional dance group on Rua Koukomu today. Photo: Joses Saren Premier Sagupari highlighted Tulagi’s historical significance as the former capital of the British Solomon Islands Protectorate and its connection to the Pacific War, particularly the history surrounding Iron Bottom Sound. The programme included breakfast at Raiders Hotel and Dive, followed by a guided historical tour of Tulagi’s heritage sites, including the Namba Wan Haus Museum. The tour offered delegates an opportunity to learn about Tulagi’s colonial history, the events of the Second World War and the continuing cultural traditions of the Nggela people. Delegates share a table during breakfast at Raiders Hotel and Dive in Tulagi today. Photo: Joses Saren From Tulagi, the delegation travelled by boat to Double Island, where they enjoyed island activities and a buffet lunch. Activities included swimming, snorkelling, kayaking and a trek to a lookout point, showcasing the natural attractions that could support tourism development in Central Province. In his welcome address, Premier Sagupari said tourism in Central Province was not merely about hotels and beaches, but also about its people, culture, heritage and natural environment. He highlighted the province’s vision to develop Tulagi as a tourism hub through partnerships involving the provincial government, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, private investors and customary landowners. Delegates board a boat at Raiders Hotel and Dive in Tulagi for the trip to Double Island today. Photo: Joses Saren Premier Sagupari said tourism development should create jobs, improve local livelihoods and deliver tangible benefits to communities while protecting their culture, land and marine resources for future generations. The excursion concludes with the delegation returning to Tulagi before travelling by ferry to Honiara for the Council of Tourism Ministers’ official farewell function tonight. [Photo Caption: Minister for Culture and Tourism James Bonuga (seated centre, in red shirt), chair of the 2026 Council of Tourism Ministers’ Meeting, with Pacific tourism ministers and delegates on Rua Koukomu (Double Island) in Central Province today. Photo: Joses Saren]
作者:约瑟斯·萨伦 太平洋旅游部长和代表团今天访问了中央省的图拉吉和鲁阿·库科穆(双岛),在霍尼亚拉以外的短途旅行中体验了该省的历史遗产、岛屿景点和热情好客。 此次短途旅行是旅游部长理事会计划的一部分,展示了中央省在历史、文化和自然旅游方面的潜力。 中央岛屿省省长肯尼斯·萨古帕里欢迎来访的部长和代表团,邀请他们体验该省独特的岛屿氛围和热情好客。 太平洋旅游组织(SPTO)董事会主席阿黛拉·伊萨查尔·阿鲁和库克群岛旅游公司首席执行官卡拉·埃格尔顿今天与一支传统舞蹈团体合影。照片:约瑟斯·萨伦 萨古帕里省长强调了图拉吉作为英国所罗门群岛保护国前首都的历史重要性,以及其与太平洋战争的联系,特别是关于铁底海峡的历史。 该计划包括在Raiders酒店和潜水中心的早餐,随后进行图拉吉遗址的历史导览,包括南巴万豪斯博物馆。 此次导览为代表团提供了了解图拉吉殖民历史、第二次世界大战事件及恩格拉人民持续文化传统的机会。 代表团在Raiders酒店和潜水中心享用早餐时共用一张桌子。照片:约瑟斯·萨伦 从图拉吉出发,代表团乘船前往双岛,享受岛屿活动和自助午餐。 活动包括游泳、浮潜、皮划艇和徒步到观景点,展示了可以支持中央省旅游发展的自然景点。 在欢迎致辞中,萨古帕里省长表示,中央省的旅游不仅仅是关于酒店和海滩,还包括其人民、文化、遗产和自然环境。 他强调该省的愿景是通过省政府、文化和旅游部、私人投资者和传统土地所有者的合作,将图拉吉发展为旅游中心。 代表团今天在Raiders酒店和潜水中心登船前往双岛。照片:约瑟斯·萨伦 萨古帕里省长表示,旅游发展应创造就业机会,改善当地生计,并为社区带来切实利益,同时保护他们的文化、土地和海洋资源,以造福未来世代。 此次短途旅行以代表团返回图拉吉结束,随后乘渡轮前往霍尼亚拉,参加今晚旅游部长理事会的正式告别活动。 [照片说明:文化和旅游部长詹姆斯·博努加(坐在中间,穿红衬衫)是2026年旅游部长理事会会议的主席,今天与太平洋旅游部长和代表团在中央省的鲁阿·库科穆(双岛)合影。照片:约瑟斯·萨伦]
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by Lloyd Loji* Journalists play an important role in every democracy, whether in the Pacific or abroad. They report on government decisions, elections, public spending, development projects and issues affecting ordinary people. They also give communities a voice and help people understand what is happening around them. For small Pacific... The post Journalist Safety in The Pacific: A Solomon Islands Perspective appeared first on In-depth Solomons .
作者:Lloyd Loji* 记者在每个民主国家中都扮演着重要角色,无论是在太平洋地区还是在国外。他们报道政府决策、选举、公共支出、发展项目以及影响普通民众的问题。他们还为社区发声,帮助人们理解周围发生的事情。对于小型太平洋国家来说...... 这篇文章《太平洋地区的记者安全:所罗门群岛的视角》最初发布在 In-depth Solomons。
A joint report by Pacific Trade Invest Australia and the Pacific Tourism Organisation finds 47 per cent of Pacific tourism operators grew revenue in the past year, with air connectivity the leading constraint.
太平洋贸易投资澳大利亚与太平洋旅游组织联合报告发现,47%的太平洋旅游运营商在过去一年中收入增长,航空连接是主要限制因素。
总理瓦莱会见印尼代表团,重申加强人际关系的承诺
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索加瓦雷:劳动力流动必须加强,而不是削弱我们的国家
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新水箱改善Sinamauri诊所的水源获取
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A major infrastructure development package is coming to Waimapuru National Secondary School starting in 2027, according to the Solomon Islands Government. Education Minister Stephen Kumi revealed the plans on 21 October 2026 while speaking at the school’s graduation ceremony in Makira/Ulawa Province. Kumi told the school community that the upcoming... The post Waimapuru NSS to Get 14 New Infrastructure Projects in 2027 appeared first on In-depth Solomons .
根据所罗门群岛政府的消息,Waimapuru 国家中学将在 2027 年迎来一项重大的基础设施发展计划。教育部长 Stephen Kumi 于 2026 年 10 月 21 日在该校的毕业典礼上透露了这一计划。Kumi 告诉学校社区,未来的... 该文章最初发布在 In-depth Solomons 上。
BY SHOREYANN RAGOSO The Development Bank of Solomon Islands (DBSI) has launched two new initiatives aimed at improving access to finance for rural communities, entrepreneurs, and small businesses. The initiatives were launched in partnership with New Zealand, Australia, the European Union, the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), and other UN agencies in Solomon Islands. The two initiatives are the Blue Economy Financing Facility and the Digital Financial Services. The Launch program was attended by government officials, development partners, private-sector representatives and civil society organisations. New Zealand High Commissioner to the Solomon Islands, His Excellency Jonathan Curr handshake with CEO of DBSI during the Launching of the Blue Economy Financing Facility. Giving the Keynote address is the Secretary to the Prime Minister Dr Melchior Mataki, has described the new initiatives involving the Development Bank of Solomon Islands (DBSI) as an important milestone for national development, financial inclusion and climate resilience. He said the occasion demonstrated what can be achieved when government, the bank, private businesses, civil society and international partners work towards shared national goals. Dr Mataki said expanding access to finance, promoting digital innovation, supporting private-sector growth and building climate resilience are central priorities of the Government. He noted that digital financial services have grown significantly in Solomon Islands over the past five years, creating new opportunities for people and businesses in areas where traditional banking services are difficult to reach. However, he stressed that access to finance alone is not enough. “Access is important, but finance must work for our economy and our communities,” he said. “It must help businesses grow, create jobs and prepare the country for the future.” He also highlighted the importance of strengthening DBSI as a national institution, saying targeted financing and strong partnerships can help the bank unlock opportunities for local businesses, entrepreneurs and key sectors of the economy. Dr Mataki welcomed discussions on the Blue Finance Facility, which is expected to support livelihoods, food security and local economic development. He said the facility will benefit not only a section of the population but the whole country, particularly communities that depend on marine and land resources. The facility is expected to support small and medium enterprises in areas including fisheries, aquaculture, agriculture, ecotourism and waste management. Dr Mataki said this would strengthen local businesses while helping protect the natural resources communities rely on. “Once it rolls out, the facility will support local businesses while protecting the resources that our people depend on,” he said. Dr Mataki said digital transformation is especially important for Solomon Islands because of its scattered geography and the difficulty of delivering services through physical infrastructure alone. He said the Government recognises this priority and has established a dedicated digital transformation unit within the Office of the Prime Minister. He added that while digital services can reach more communities, proper safeguards and due diligence are needed to protect users and prevent negative risks. Partnerships essential Dr Mataki said government cannot deliver development at the speed and scale required on its own. “Government alone cannot deliver change at the rate and scale that is needed,” he said. “It needs partnerships.” CEO for DBSI Mr Aisake Radu says the initiatives build on DBSI’s recently launched core banking system, which the bank described as the foundation of its digital transformation. The new services will allow people in remote areas to send and receive money and carry out banking from home, without travelling to Honiara. “They can do it through the digital platforms that are now available for which DBSI is going into partnership with them,” he said. Mr Radu said the move is expected to make banking more efficient and affordable, particularly by reducing transport costs for people living outside the capital. The bank also announced plans to expand into blue finance. It said it wants to support small and medium-sized enterprises whose activities have a positive impact on coral reefs and the marine environment. To help grassroots borrowers access funding, DBSI has received a credit guarantee from the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF). The guarantee is intended to provide security for farmers, community members, and local contractors who often lack the equity or collateral normally required by banks. DBSI acknowledged that lending in these sectors carries risks, but said it will begin with pilot projects and work step by step with partners already operating in the market. Mr Radu described the launch as a major milestone and said more work remains ahead as it expands digital banking and blue-economy financing across Solomon Islands.
作者:SHOREYANN RAGOSO 所罗门群岛发展银行(DBSI)推出了两项新举措,旨在改善农村社区、企业家和小型企业的融资渠道。这些举措是与新西兰、澳大利亚、欧盟、联合国资本发展基金(UNCDF)及其他联合国机构合作推出的。两项举措分别是蓝色经济融资设施和数字金融服务。 启动仪式上,政府官员、发展伙伴、私营部门代表和民间社会组织出席。 新西兰驻所罗门群岛高级专员 His Excellency Jonathan Curr 在蓝色经济融资设施启动仪式上与 DBSI 首席执行官握手。 在致辞中,首相秘书 Dr Melchior Mataki 表示,涉及所罗门群岛发展银行(DBSI)的新举措是国家发展、金融包容性和气候韧性的一个重要里程碑。 他表示,此次活动展示了政府、银行、私营企业、民间社会和国际合作伙伴共同朝着共享国家目标努力时可以取得的成就。 Dr Mataki 说,扩大融资渠道、促进数字创新、支持私营部门增长和建设气候韧性是政府的核心优先事项。 他指出,在过去五年中,所罗门群岛的数字金融服务显著增长,为人们和企业创造了新的机会,尤其是在传统银行服务难以覆盖的地区。 然而,他强调,仅仅获得融资是不够的。 “获得融资很重要,但金融必须为我们的经济和社区服务,”他说。“它必须帮助企业成长,创造就业机会,并为国家的未来做好准备。” 他还强调了加强 DBSI 作为国家机构的重要性,表示有针对性的融资和强有力的合作伙伴关系可以帮助银行为当地企业、企业家和经济关键部门解锁机会。 Dr Mataki 欢迎关于蓝色金融设施的讨论,预计该设施将支持生计、粮食安全和地方经济发展。 他说,该设施不仅将惠及一部分人群,而是整个国家,特别是依赖海洋和土地资源的社区。 该设施预计将支持包括渔业、水产养殖、农业、生态旅游和废物管理在内的小型和中型企业。Dr Mataki 表示,这将加强当地企业,同时帮助保护社区赖以生存的自然资源。 “一旦推出,该设施将支持当地企业,同时保护我们人民依赖的资源,”他说。 Dr Mataki 说,数字转型对所罗门群岛尤其重要,因为其地理分散,单靠物理基础设施难以提供服务。 他说,政府认识到这一优先事项,并在首相办公室内设立了专门的数字转型单位。 他补充说,虽然数字服务可以覆盖更多社区,但需要适当的保障措施和尽职调查,以保护用户并防止负面风险。 合作伙伴关系至关重要 Dr Mataki 说,政府无法单独以所需的速度和规模推动发展。 “政府单独无法以所需的速度和规模实现变革,”他说。“这需要合作伙伴关系。” DBSI 首席执行官 Mr Aisake Radu 表示,这些举措建立在 DBSI 最近推出的核心银行系统之上,该系统被银行描述为其数字转型的基础。 新服务将允许偏远地区的人们在家中发送和接收资金以及进行银行业务,而无需前往霍尼亚拉。 “他们可以通过现在可用的数字平台进行操作,DBSI 将与他们建立合作关系,”他说。 Mr Radu 表示,此举预计将使银行业务更加高效和经济,特别是通过降低生活在首都以外人们的运输成本。 该银行还宣布计划扩展到蓝色金融领域。它表示希望支持那些对珊瑚礁和海洋环境产生积极影响的小型和中型企业。 为了帮助基层借款人获得资金,DBSI 已获得联合国资本发展基金(UNCDF)的信用担保。该担保旨在为农民、社区成员和当地承包商提供安全保障,因为他们通常缺乏银行通常要求的股权或抵押品。 DBSI 承认,在这些领域放贷存在风险,但表示将从试点项目开始,并与已经在市场上运营的合作伙伴逐步合作。 Mr Radu 将此次启动描述为一个重要的里程碑,并表示在所罗门群岛扩展数字银行和蓝色经济融资的过程中仍有更多工作要做。
BY DOUGLAS VAHIA The Executive Governance Committee of the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) Council held its second meeting on Wednesday, October 21 to deliberate on key institutional matters and strategic direction. According to SINU, the committee focused on developing recommendations for the full University Council regarding institutional governance, accountability, and upcoming leadership appointments. Members reviewed existing governance policies and frameworks with the aim to strengthen transparency, performance oversight, and ethical practices across all levels of the university. A major portion of the meeting was dedicated to the governance and performance evaluation of Council members, alongside the formal appointment processes for senior university office holders. Committee members emphasised that these discussions are designed to promote transparent procedures and clear accountability arrangements, ensuring strict alignment with the SINU Act and established university guidelines. In addition to leadership structures, the committee evaluated institutional matters requiring close coordination between university management and its governing bodies. These topics included recent developments in national higher education policy and strategies to secure the university’s long-term financial sustainability. The committee reaffirmed that sound governance, constructive deliberation, and effective oversight are vital to support SINU’s mission of delivering quality higher education to the nation. Matters requiring formal approval will now progress through the standard university governance channels. Through these efforts, SINU remains committed to upgrading its institutional frameworks to support its strategic priorities and long-term development. Photo credit: SINU For feedback, contact: diivee56@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:DOUGLAS VAHIA 所罗门群岛国家大学(SINU)理事会的执行治理委员会于 10 月 21 日星期三召开第二次会议,讨论关键的机构事务和战略方向。 根据 SINU 的消息,委员会专注于为全体大学理事会制定关于机构治理、问责制和即将进行的领导任命的建议。 成员们审查了现有的治理政策和框架,旨在加强大学各级的透明度、绩效监督和道德实践。 会议的主要部分专门用于评估理事会成员的治理和绩效,以及大学高级职务的正式任命程序。 委员会成员强调,这些讨论旨在促进透明的程序和明确的问责安排,确保严格遵循 SINU 法案和既定的大学指导方针。 除了领导结构外,委员会还评估了需要大学管理层与其治理机构密切协调的机构事务。这些主题包括国家高等教育政策的最新发展以及确保大学长期财务可持续性的战略。 委员会重申,健全的治理、建设性的讨论和有效的监督对于支持 SINU 提供优质高等教育的使命至关重要。 需要正式批准的事项将通过标准的大学治理渠道推进。通过这些努力,SINU 始终致力于升级其机构框架,以支持其战略优先事项和长期发展。 照片来源:SINU 反馈请联系:diivee56@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY DOUGLAS VAHIA The Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade (MFAET), Rick Houenipwela, has reaffirmed the Solomon Islands Government’s commitment to strengthening its labour mobility partnership with Australia. According to the ministry, Minister Houenipwela made the reaffirmation on Tuesday during an opening reception of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme Approved Employer Expo at the Coral Sea Resort and Casino, where he welcomed Australian employers and government representatives to Honiara. He highlighted the critical role of labour mobility in creating local employment opportunities, developing professional skills, and financially supporting families and communities across the Solomon Islands. He emphasised that the scheme offers mutual benefits, providing Australian businesses with dedicated, capable workers while boosting the local economy. Minister Houenipwela encouraged Australian employers to use the expo to understand how Solomon Islands workers are prepared, to engage with local partners, and learn from the first-hand experiences of returning workers. He stated that the government remains fully dedicated to expanding the initiative to ensure lasting benefits for both nations. The expo is currently being held under the theme, “Partnership in Growing the PALM Scheme in Solomon Islands.” Photo credit: MFAET For feedback, contact: diivee56@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:DOUGLAS VAHIA 外交与对外贸易部长(MFAET)Rick Houenipwela 重申了所罗门群岛政府加强与澳大利亚的劳动力流动伙伴关系的承诺。 根据该部的消息,Houenipwela 部长在周二于珊瑚海度假村和赌场举行的太平洋澳大利亚劳动力流动(PALM)计划批准雇主博览会开幕式上作出了这一重申,并欢迎澳大利亚雇主和政府代表来到霍尼亚拉。 他强调了劳动力流动在创造当地就业机会、发展专业技能以及为所罗门群岛的家庭和社区提供经济支持方面的关键作用。 他强调,该计划提供了互惠互利的机会,为澳大利亚企业提供专注且有能力的工人,同时促进当地经济。 Houenipwela 部长鼓励澳大利亚雇主利用博览会了解所罗门群岛工人的准备情况,与当地合作伙伴接洽,并从回国工人的第一手经验中学习。 他表示,政府将全力致力于扩大这一倡议,以确保两国的持久利益。 此次博览会的主题为“在所罗门群岛发展 PALM 计划的伙伴关系”。 照片来源:MFAET 反馈请联系:diivee56@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
中部群岛省向太平洋旅游领袖推广旅游潜力
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Six clinicians from the National Referral Hospital (NRH) in Honiara are now deep into their clinical training at the Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University after arriving in China. Five are on a six-month attachment and one on a three-month placement, forming the second cohort under the China-Solomons Urology Minimally Invasive Surgery Centre Program. Under specialist supervision, Dr Denton Aota(middle) and Dr Rocky Levao(left) are observing and assisting in minimally invasive surgery. Since their arrival on 22 September, the host hospital has given the group a warm welcome and careful orientation to its layout, clinical departments and electronic information system, and assigned each trainee a specialist mentor for one-on-one coaching. The trainees are now moving into hands-on specialty rotations — through ward rounds, clinics, operating theatres and simulation labs — covering urologic and neuro minimally invasive surgery, anesthesiology, laboratory, peri-operative nursing and wound care, matched to what the NRH will need when the team returns home. One team, six specialties In the blood bank, Jarod Bobby (right) is practicing component transfusion and platelet antibody testing to deliver matched blood products. Ward nurse Yolanda Bouro(left) is practicing medication preparation, intravenous infusion and wound management., The six-strong group is led by Dr Denton Aota of the NRH General Surgery Department. He is joined by Dr Rocky Levao (also general surgery), Dr Deanray Mark (anaesthesiology), Jarod Bobby (medical laboratory), Melanie Maeletete (operating room nursing) and Yolanda Bouro (surgery ward nursing). They are the full peri-operative team required to run a new service back in Honiara, rather than sending individuals to watch operations in isolation. A team, not individuals. “Not a sightseeing trip” Before they left Honiara, the NRH and the Chinese medical team jointly hosted a farewell ceremony, and the trainees also received a session on everyday conversational Chinese from interpreter Wang Zhangrong. NRH chief executive officer George Malefoasi told the group the attachment was a key part of the hospital’s plan to lift specialist care in surgery, neurology and cardiology, and urged them to study digital health, laparoscopy, imaging and computerized clinical. He urged them to treat the opportunity seriously. “You will find there is a lot of difference in how we treat and manage patients here versus in China — the level of sophistication out there is high, and that is what we want you to go and observe,” he said. He singled out digital health as a priority area of observation and told the trainees to study how medical information system works in practice. Head of surgery Dr Rooney Jagilly said: “You are going to China first and foremost as trainees — this is not a sightseeing trip,” he said, urging them to “observe not just operations but the entire health system — hospital structure, teamwork, infection-prevention standards and standardized clinical pathways — to keep a daily notebook, and to think about which practices can be adapted to the Solomon Islands.” “Upon your return, each of you will share what you have learned and how we can improve care at home.” Operating-room nurse Melanie Maeletete (front left) has been learning equipment, surgical instruments and the handling of intraoperative implants. Under the supervision of Professor Zhou Xiaohua (right), head of anesthesiology, Dr Deanray Mark(left) has performed endotracheal intubation on a 90-year-old patient. Dr.Chu Liangzhao, leader of the 5th China Medical Team, framed the attachment as “teaching people how to fish.” “We are confident you will bring back new techniques, new concepts and new ways of working, and become the backbone of medical development here,” he said. “Distance never separates hearts that are close. China-Solomons cooperation is not an abstract concept hanging in the air, too distant to see or touch — it lives in the details of every exchange of people, every connection between hearts.” The first cohort of nine returned home last year, independently performing holmium laser lithotripsy and other minimally invasive procedures — several urologic “firsts” for the Solomon Islands — and running the NRH’s dedicated urology ward and Comprehensive Medical Center theatre under the assistance of Chinese medical team. This second cohort aims to widen that capability across the supporting disciplines. When the six return, they will bring back not just new techniques, but a complete team ready to put them to work at the NRH. This will raise the professional competency of NRH medical staff and help better safeguard the health of Solomon Islanders.
六名来自霍尼亚拉国家转诊医院(NRH)的临床医生在抵达中国后,正在贵州医科大学附属医院进行临床培训。五名医生参加为期六个月的实习,另一名参加为期三个月的实习,组成了中国-所罗门泌尿科微创外科中心项目的第二批学员。 在专业监督下,Dr Denton Aota(中)和Dr Rocky Levao(左)正在观察和协助进行微创手术。 自9月22日抵达以来,接待医院对这组学员给予了热烈欢迎,并对医院的布局、临床部门和电子信息系统进行了细致的介绍,为每位学员分配了一位专业导师进行一对一指导。 学员们现在正在进行实践专业轮转——通过病房查房、门诊、手术室和模拟实验室——涵盖泌尿科和神经微创手术、麻醉学、实验室、围手术期护理和伤口护理,符合NRH团队回国后所需的技能。 一个团队,六个专业 在血库中,Jarod Bobby(右)正在练习成分输血和血小板抗体检测,以提供匹配的血液产品。 病房护士Yolanda Bouro(左)正在练习药物准备、静脉输液和伤口管理。 这支六人小组由NRH普通外科部门的Dr Denton Aota领导。成员还包括Dr Rocky Levao(同样是普通外科)、Dr Deanray Mark(麻醉学)、Jarod Bobby(医学实验室)、Melanie Maeletete(手术室护理)和Yolanda Bouro(外科病房护理)。他们是NRH新服务所需的完整围手术期团队,而不是单独派人去观察手术。一个团队,而不是个人。 “这不是一次观光旅行” 在他们离开霍尼亚拉之前,NRH和中国医疗团队共同举办了欢送仪式,学员们还接受了翻译王章荣的日常会话中文课程。 NRH首席执行官George Malefoasi告诉学员们,这次实习是医院提升外科、神经学和心脏病学专业护理计划的重要组成部分,并敦促他们学习数字健康、腹腔镜、影像学和计算机化临床。他敦促他们认真对待这个机会。“你们会发现我们在这里治疗和管理患者的方式与中国有很大不同——那里的复杂程度很高,这正是我们希望你们去观察的。”他特别指出数字健康是观察的优先领域,并告诉学员们要研究医疗信息系统在实践中的运作。 外科主任Dr Rooney Jagilly表示:“你们去中国首先是作为学员——这不是一次观光旅行。”他敦促他们“观察的不仅仅是手术,还有整个健康系统——医院结构、团队合作、感染预防标准和标准化临床路径——保持每日笔记,并思考哪些做法可以适应所罗门群岛。” “回国后,你们每个人都将分享你们所学到的知识,以及我们如何改善本地的护理。” 手术室护士Melanie Maeletete(前左)一直在学习设备、手术器械和术中植入物的处理。 在麻醉学主任周小华教授(右)的监督下,Dr Deanray Mark(左)对一名90岁患者进行了气管插管。 中国医疗队第五组组长Dr.Chu Liangzhao将这次实习形容为“教人如何钓鱼”。“我们相信你们会带回新的技术、新的概念和新的工作方式,成为这里医疗发展的中坚力量。”他说。“距离从未分开紧密相连的心。中所合作不是一个悬在空中的抽象概念,而是每一次人员交流、每一次心灵连接的细节中体现。” 第一批九名学员去年回国,独立完成了霍姆激光碎石术和其他微创手术——这是所罗门群岛的多个泌尿科“首次”——并在中国医疗团队的协助下运营NRH专门的泌尿科病房和综合医疗中心手术室。这第二批学员旨在扩大这一能力,涵盖更多支持学科。 当这六名学员回国时,他们将带回的不仅是新的技术,还有一支完整的团队,准备在NRH工作。这将提升NRH医疗人员的专业能力,更好地保障所罗门群岛人民的健康。
Wanega leads experienced Bilikiki squad as Naka banks on continuity in Tahiti BY RICHARD MENANOPO SEVEN members of Solomon Islands’ Bilikiki squad that finished runners-up at the last OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup in Honiara have returned for this year’s tournament in Tahiti, providing a foundation of experience as the national side prepares for another continental challenge. The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC), in its updated Solomon Islands team profile published on October 20, identified Erick Wanega, James Do’oro, Charlie Otainao, Albert Bobby, Max Fa’ari, Peter Reginald and Apolos Ahua as the seven returning players from the 2024 campaign. The returning group will be central to head coach James Naka’s plans as the Bilikiki pursue a successful campaign at the tournament, which runs from October 22 to 31 in Tahiti. OFC reported that Naka had made the team’s ambition clear ahead of the competition. “Our main objective is to win the tournament and qualify back to the World Cup,” Naka said. The experienced coach, a former Bilikiki star, will lead the side for the second consecutive edition. He has been involved in all eight previous editions of the competition and remains the tournament’s all-time leading goalscorer, with 34 goals since the inaugural championship in 2006. One player expected to attract attention is Wanega, who has established himself as a prolific forward in beach soccer despite playing as a goalkeeper in 11-a-side football for Solomon Kings FC in the OFC Pro League. According to OFC, Wanega scored eight goals at the 2024 Nations Cup, including five in a single match against Papua New Guinea. His ability to find the net could prove important as Solomon Islands seek to convert their attacking potential into another title-winning campaign. The updated team profile also identifies Charlie Otainao and Adrian Mara as members of the senior men’s national football team, adding further experience to the beach soccer squad. Bilikiki squad The 12 players listed in the official OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup 2026 media guide are: 1. Roy Funusui — Goalkeeper 2. Roy Mafane — Defender 3. Erick Wanega — Forward 4. Albert Bobby — Forward 5. Junior Iro Dudley — Defender 6. Apolos Ahua — Forward 7. Felix Talo — Defender 8. Peter Reginald — Defender 9. Charlie Otainao — Forward 10. Max Fa’ari — Forward 11. Adrian Mara — Forward 12. James Do’oro — Goalkeeper Naka’s side will open their campaign against Papua New Guinea at 2pm on Thursday, October 22, in Tahiti, which is 11am on Friday, October 23, Solomon Islands time. The opening match will provide an early test for the side as it begins its pursuit of the continental title and qualification for the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2027. The Bilikiki team are among the most successful teams in Oceania beach soccer, having won four continental titles. However, their last championship came in 2013, and they have lost each of the past three finals to Tahiti, including a 3–2 defeat on home sand in Honiara in 2024. This year’s tournament offers Solomon Islands another opportunity to challenge the defending champions, with the winning nation also securing qualification for the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2027. Photo credit: Bilikiki beach soccer team For feedback, contact: mnorichard4@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
Wanega带领经验丰富的Bilikiki队伍,Naka寄希望于在塔希提保持连续性 作者:RICHARD MENANOPO 七名在霍尼亚拉举行的上届OFC沙滩足球男子国家杯中获得亚军的所罗门群岛Bilikiki队成员已回归,参加今年在塔希提举行的比赛,为国家队在另一次洲际挑战中提供了经验基础。 太平洋足球联合会(OFC)在10月20日发布的所罗门群岛球队资料中,确认Erick Wanega、James Do’oro、Charlie Otainao、Albert Bobby、Max Fa’ari、Peter Reginald和Apolos Ahua为2024赛季的七名回归球员。 回归的球员将成为主教练James Naka计划的核心,Bilikiki队将在10月22日至31日的比赛中追求成功。 OFC报道,Naka在比赛前明确了球队的目标。 “我们的主要目标是赢得比赛并重新获得世界杯资格,”Naka说。 这位经验丰富的教练,曾是Bilikiki的明星球员,将连续第二次带领球队。他参与了之前八届比赛,并且自2006年首届锦标赛以来,仍是该赛事历史上的最佳射手,打入34球。 预计将吸引关注的球员是Wanega,尽管在所罗门国王足球俱乐部的11人制足球中担任守门员,但他在沙滩足球中已确立了自己作为高产前锋的地位。 根据OFC的说法,Wanega在2024年国家杯中打入八球,其中在对巴布亚新几内亚的比赛中单场打入五球。他的进球能力可能在所罗门群岛寻求将进攻潜力转化为另一个夺冠赛季时显得尤为重要。 更新的球队资料还确认Charlie Otainao和Adrian Mara为男子国家足球队的成员,为沙滩足球队增添了更多经验。 Bilikiki队名单 在官方OFC沙滩足球男子国家杯2026媒体指南中列出的12名球员为: 1. Roy Funusui — 守门员 2. Roy Mafane — 后卫 3. Erick Wanega — 前锋 4. Albert Bobby — 前锋 5. Junior Iro Dudley — 后卫 6. Apolos Ahua — 前锋 7. Felix Talo — 后卫 8. Peter Reginald — 后卫 9. Charlie Otainao — 前锋 10. Max Fa’ari — 前锋 11. Adrian Mara — 前锋 12. James Do’oro — 守门员 Naka的球队将在10月22日(星期四)下午2点在塔希提迎战巴布亚新几内亚,这在所罗门群岛时间为10月23日(星期五)上午11点。首场比赛将为球队提供早期考验,开启他们争夺洲际冠军和2027年国际足联沙滩足球世界杯资格的征程。 Bilikiki队是大洋洲沙滩足球中最成功的球队之一,曾赢得四个洲际冠军。然而,他们的最后一次冠军是在2013年,过去三届决赛均输给塔希提,包括在2024年霍尼亚拉主场以3-2落败。 今年的比赛为所罗门群岛提供了再次挑战卫冕冠军的机会,获胜国家还将获得2027年国际足联沙滩足球世界杯的资格。 照片来源:Bilikiki沙滩足球队 如有反馈,请联系:mnorichard4@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY JOSES SAREN The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has launched the Pacific Gender and Inclusive Tourism Action Plan (GITAP) 2026–2030, setting out a regional roadmap to translate gender audit findings into practical action across the Pacific tourism industry. The launch took place in Honiara yesterday during SPTO’s regional tourism programme, bringing together tourism leaders, development partners and private-sector representatives to discuss the future of inclusive tourism in the region. Karla Eggelton, Chief Executive Officer of Cook Islands Tourism Marketing Corporation, highlighted the importance of turning the plan into meaningful action. Ms Eggelton said the action plan builds on the Pacific Regional Gender Audit and aligns with the Pacific Sustainable Tourism Policy Framework and the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent. She emphasised that the plan should serve as a practical, living framework to guide action, rather than simply remain a policy document. Its value will depend on how its priorities are implemented by tourism organisations, businesses and communities across the Pacific. The action plan focuses on four key areas: strengthening data and advocacy; promoting inclusive policy and planning; supporting women’s empowerment and private-sector participation; and improving human resources practices and organisational culture. These priorities aim to address barriers that limit participation in tourism and strengthen opportunities for women to contribute to businesses, access employment and leadership positions, and participate in decision-making. The plan also provides a framework for governments, tourism organisations and industry partners to work together to advance gender equality and inclusion, ensuring that the benefits of tourism are shared more widely across Pacific communities. The Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative (PSDI) contributed to the development of the action plan alongside regional tourism stakeholders. Published SPTO and PSDI material identifies Matthew Capper, Alcinda Trawen and Sara Currie in connection with the initiative. The five-year action plan establishes a regional direction to advance gender equality and inclusion in Pacific tourism through 2030, with effective implementation critical to translating its priorities into tangible progress. Photo credit: Joses Saren For feedback, contact: josessaren@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:JOSES SAREN 太平洋旅游组织(SPTO)发布了2026-2030年太平洋性别与包容性旅游行动计划(GITAP),为将性别审计结果转化为太平洋旅游业的实际行动制定了区域路线图。 该计划于昨天在霍尼亚拉的SPTO区域旅游项目中启动,汇聚了旅游领袖、发展伙伴和私营部门代表,讨论该地区包容性旅游的未来。 库克群岛旅游营销公司首席执行官Karla Eggelton强调了将计划转化为有意义行动的重要性。 Eggelton女士表示,该行动计划建立在太平洋区域性别审计的基础上,并与太平洋可持续旅游政策框架和2050年蓝色太平洋大陆战略相一致。 她强调,该计划应作为一个实用的、活的框架来指导行动,而不仅仅是一个政策文件。其价值将取决于旅游组织、企业和社区如何实施其优先事项。 该行动计划重点关注四个关键领域:加强数据和倡导;促进包容性政策和规划;支持女性赋权和私营部门参与;改善人力资源实践和组织文化。 这些优先事项旨在解决限制旅游参与的障碍,加强女性对企业的贡献、获得就业和领导职位的机会,以及参与决策。 该计划还为政府、旅游组织和行业合作伙伴提供了一个框架,以共同推进性别平等和包容性,确保旅游的收益更广泛地惠及太平洋社区。 太平洋私营部门发展倡议(PSDI)与区域旅游利益相关者共同参与了该行动计划的制定。SPTO和PSDI发布的材料中提到Matthew Capper、Alcinda Trawen和Sara Currie与该倡议相关。 该五年行动计划为推进太平洋旅游中的性别平等和包容性制定了区域方向,直至2030年,有效实施对于将其优先事项转化为切实进展至关重要。 照片来源:Joses Saren 如有反馈,请联系:josessaren@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
About 381 critically endangered leatherback turtles nest on four community-guarded beaches, a new study estimates. At Haevo in Isabel, nests have risen 10.6 per cent a year since the harvest stopped in 2013; at Sasakolo, protected on and off, they have fallen.
一项新研究估计,约有381只濒临灭绝的棱皮龟在四个社区保护的海滩上筑巢。自2013年停止捕捞以来,Haevo的巢穴每年增加10.6%;而在Sasakolo,保护情况时好时坏,巢穴数量有所下降。
BY JOSES SAREN The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has called for stronger partnerships between governments, development partners and the tourism industry to ensure tourism investment deliver greater benefits to local communities, businesses and livelihoods across the Pacific. SPTO Chief Executive Officer Christopher Cocker said tourism should be measured not only by visitor arrivals but also by the economic value reaching local businesses, farmers, fishers and communities, as Pacific destinations work towards a more resilient and sustainable tourism sector. Speaking during the Development Partners Dialogue in Honiara on Wednesday, Mr Cocker said tourism could deliver development outcomes in areas already supported by development partners, including employment, food security, cultural preservation, environmental protection and women’s economic empowerment. “The question is not only how can development support tourism, but also how can tourism deliver development outcomes,” he said. Mr Cocker said tourism recovery across the Pacific remain uneven, with differences in infrastructure, air connectivity, accommodation and visitor activities affecting the performance of destinations. He said air access remains one of the biggest obstacles to tourism growth in the region, with flights limited in frequency and expensive, including connections between Pacific islands. He also highlighted gaps in tourism statistics and research, saying stronger regional data and analysis are needed to guide investment and determine how tourism benefits communities. Mr Cocker said SPTO’s priorities include strengthening regional marketing and market intelligence, tourism research and statistics, product development, industry capacity and partnerships connecting governments, national tourism organisations, businesses and development partners. He identified six areas where coordinated support could make a greater impact: government policy and planning, research and data, market access, skills and enterprise development, resilience and finance, and air, sea and digital connectivity. He urged development partners to build on existing initiatives, identify gaps and coordinate their support rather than to duplicate programmes. Mr Cocker outlined a pathway from dialogue to action, proposing joint initiatives, technical assistance, knowledge exchange and pilot programmes over the next 12 months, followed by multi-country programmes, blended finance and regional capacity development over the next one to three years. By 2030, he said, the goal should be resilient Pacific communities supported by thriving local enterprises, protected natural and cultural assets, and sustainable island economies. Earlier in the afternoon, SPTO Board Chairlady Adela Issachar Aru welcomed development partners and acknowledged their long-standing contributions through investment, technical expertise and policy support to tourism across the region. Ms Aru said Pacific tourism face growing challenges from climate change, biodiversity loss, economic uncertainty and rising costs, making stronger collaboration essential. She said tourism should not be treated as a standalone sector because investment in tourism could also support farmers, food producers, women and young entrepreneurs while protecting cultural heritage and island ecosystems. Ms Aru encouraged partners to look beyond traditional approaches and identify innovative ways to align priorities, resources and expertise for greater benefits to Pacific communities. The Development Partners Dialogue formed part of the SPTO Board of Directors and Council of Tourism Ministers Meeting programme being held in Honiara from October 20 to 22. The afternoon programme brought together regional organisations, development partners and tourism stakeholders to discuss collaboration opportunities, sustainable tourism development and practical actions to strengthen the sector across the Pacific. Photo credit: Joses Saren For feedback, contact: josessaren@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:JOSES SAREN 太平洋旅游组织(SPTO)呼吁政府、发展伙伴和旅游业之间建立更强的合作关系,以确保旅游投资为太平洋地区的地方社区、企业和生计带来更大的利益。 SPTO首席执行官Christopher Cocker表示,旅游不仅应通过游客到达量来衡量,还应通过经济价值到达地方企业、农民、渔民和社区,因为太平洋目的地正朝着更具韧性和可持续的旅游部门努力。 在周三霍尼亚拉举行的发展伙伴对话会上,Cocker先生表示,旅游可以在发展伙伴已经支持的领域带来发展成果,包括就业、粮食安全、文化保护、环境保护和女性经济赋权。 “问题不仅在于如何让发展支持旅游,还在于旅游如何带来发展成果,”他说。 Cocker先生表示,太平洋地区的旅游复苏仍然不均衡,基础设施、航空连接、住宿和游客活动的差异影响着目的地的表现。 他说,航空通达性仍然是该地区旅游增长的最大障碍之一,航班频率有限且费用昂贵,包括太平洋岛屿之间的连接。 他还强调了旅游统计和研究中的差距,表示需要更强的区域数据和分析来指导投资,并确定旅游如何惠及社区。 Cocker先生表示,SPTO的优先事项包括加强区域市场营销和市场情报、旅游研究和统计、产品开发、行业能力和连接政府、国家旅游组织、企业与发展伙伴的合作。 他指出,协调支持可以在六个领域产生更大影响:政府政策和规划、研究和数据、市场准入、技能和企业发展、韧性和融资,以及航空、海洋和数字连接。 他敦促发展伙伴在现有倡议的基础上,识别差距并协调支持,而不是重复项目。 Cocker先生概述了一条从对话到行动的路径,提出在接下来的12个月内开展联合倡议、技术援助、知识交流和试点项目,随后在未来一到三年内开展多国项目、混合融资和区域能力发展。 到2030年,他表示,目标应是建立韧性的太平洋社区,支持繁荣的地方企业,保护自然和文化资产,建立可持续的岛屿经济。 下午早些时候,SPTO董事会主席Adela Issachar Aru欢迎发展伙伴,并感谢他们通过投资、技术专长和政策支持对该地区旅游业的长期贡献。 Aru女士表示,太平洋旅游面临气候变化、生物多样性丧失、经济不确定性和成本上升等日益严峻的挑战,因此更强的合作至关重要。 她表示,旅游不应被视为一个独立的部门,因为对旅游的投资也可以支持农民、食品生产者、女性和年轻企业家,同时保护文化遗产和岛屿生态系统。 Aru女士鼓励合作伙伴超越传统方法,寻找创新方式以对齐优先事项、资源和专业知识,为太平洋社区带来更大的利益。 发展伙伴对话是SPTO董事会和旅游部长理事会会议程序的一部分,该会议于10月20日至22日在霍尼亚拉举行。 下午的程序汇集了区域组织、发展伙伴和旅游利益相关者,讨论合作机会、可持续旅游发展和加强该地区旅游业的实际行动。 照片来源:Joses Saren 如有反馈,请联系:josessaren@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY JOHN HOUANIHAU Solomon Islands has strengthened its fisheries surveillance and maritime security capabilities through its participation in Operation KURUKURU 2026, the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency’s (FFA) largest regional fisheries surveillance operation of the year. Information released by the Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) and shared by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) on its official Facebook page said the operation was coordinated from the FFA Regional Fisheries Surveillance Centre in Honiara from October 5-16. The operation involved fisheries, maritime, law enforcement and defence personnel from 17 FFA member countries, with support from Australia, France, New Zealand and the United States. According to FFA, the operation focused on detecting and deterring illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing through coordinated patrols, satellite monitoring and intelligence sharing across the Pacific region. FFA reported that approximately 30.5 million square kilometres of ocean were monitored during the operation, with more than 27,000 satellite detections recorded and 149 vessel sightings reported. A total of 82 at-sea and dockside inspections were conducted, resulting in the identification of 13 vessels of interest and the apprehension of one vessel. The figures represent the overall results of the regional operation and are not specific to Solomon Islands. As host of both the FFA headquarters and the Regional Fisheries Surveillance Centre, Solomon Islands played a key role in coordinating surveillance and intelligence activities throughout the operation. FFA Director-General Noan David Pakop said effective monitoring of the Pacific’s vast maritime domain could only be achieved through regional cooperation, information sharing and collective action. The operation also included trials of the Pacific Guardian Surveillance System (PacGuard), a new maritime surveillance platform scheduled for official launch in November 2026. FFA said participation in Operation KURUKURU provides Solomon Islands with opportunities to strengthen national surveillance capabilities, improve access to regional intelligence and enhance cooperation with international partners to combat illegal fishing. Fisheries remain a critical sector for Solomon Islands, contributing significantly to food security, employment, livelihoods and government revenue. FFA said regional surveillance efforts helps Pacific nations to protect fisheries resources and ensure marine wealth continues to benefit future generations. Photo credit: FFA For feedback, contact: jhouanihau24@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:约翰·霍阿尼哈乌 所罗门群岛通过参与2026年库鲁库鲁行动(Operation KURUKURU),加强了其渔业监测和海洋安全能力,这是太平洋岛国论坛渔业署(FFA)年度最大的区域渔业监测行动。 论坛渔业署(FFA)发布的信息并由渔业和海洋资源部(MFMR)在其官方Facebook页面上分享,称该行动于10月5日至16日在霍尼亚拉的FFA区域渔业监测中心协调进行。 此次行动涉及来自17个FFA成员国的渔业、海洋、执法和国防人员,并得到了澳大利亚、法国、新西兰和美国的支持。 根据FFA的说法,该行动专注于通过协调巡逻、卫星监测和情报共享来发现和遏制非法、未报告和不受管制(IUU)捕鱼行为。 FFA报告称,在行动期间,约有3050万平方公里的海域被监测,记录了超过27,000次卫星探测和149次船只目击。 共进行了82次海上和码头检查,识别出13艘关注船只,并拘留了一艘船只。 这些数字代表了区域行动的整体结果,并不特指所罗门群岛。 作为FFA总部和区域渔业监测中心的东道主,所罗门群岛在整个行动中发挥了协调监测和情报活动的关键作用。 FFA总干事诺安·大卫·帕科普表示,太平洋广阔海域的有效监测只能通过区域合作、信息共享和集体行动来实现。 此次行动还包括对太平洋守护者监测系统(PacGuard)的试验,这是一种新的海洋监测平台,计划于2026年11月正式推出。 FFA表示,参与库鲁库鲁行动为所罗门群岛提供了加强国家监测能力、改善区域情报获取和增强与国际合作伙伴合作以打击非法捕鱼的机会。 渔业仍然是所罗门群岛的一个关键部门,对食品安全、就业、生活生计和政府收入贡献重大。 FFA表示,区域监测工作帮助太平洋国家保护渔业资源,确保海洋财富继续惠及未来几代人。 照片来源:FFA 反馈请联系:jhouanihau24@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY BEN BILUA Gizo THE Western Provincial Government (WPG) has pledged its full support to fast-track the Gizo Water Project as the town continues to face prolonged water shortage. Western Province Premier Billy Veo said the provincial government had provided logistical assistance and manpower to support preliminary ground works for the project. He said an excavator had also been allocated to clear the ground and establish proper access paths to ensure work progresses smoothly. “We don’t have enough resources but we give hands in accordance to our capacity and resources. “We believe that providing such support will encourage the project to roll out quickly and bring water to Gizo residents,” Veo said. He expressed confidence that the South Pacific Community (SPC) and the Ministry of Mines and Energy are committed to completing the project on time. Veo’s comments come as Gizo continues to grapple with water shortages that have affected the town for more than 20 years. The situation has worsened with the impact of El Niño, leaving residents struggling to access safe and clean drinking water for their daily needs. The water shortage has placed additional pressure on households, schools and communities, with access to reliable water supplies becoming increasingly difficult. The Gizo Water Project is therefore seen as a critical step towards addressing the town’s longstanding water supply challenges and improving access to safe water for residents. WPG’s support reflects the provincial government’s commitment to work with relevant national and regional partners to advance the project and address the urgent water needs of Gizo residents. For feedback, contact: maetuana777@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:本·比卢阿 吉佐 西部省政府(WPG)承诺全力支持加快吉佐水项目的进展,因为该镇仍面临长期的水资源短缺。 西部省省长比利·维奥表示,省政府已提供后勤支持和人力资源,以支持该项目的初步地面工作。 他说,已分配一台挖掘机来清理地面并建立适当的通道,以确保工作顺利进行。 “我们没有足够的资源,但我们会根据我们的能力和资源提供帮助。 “我们相信,提供这样的支持将鼓励项目快速推进,并为吉佐居民带来水源,”维奥说。 他对南太平洋社区(SPC)和矿业与能源部按时完成该项目表示信心。 维奥的评论是在吉佐继续面临影响该镇超过20年的水资源短缺的背景下提出的。 由于厄尔尼诺现象的影响,情况变得更加严重,居民在日常生活中难以获得安全和清洁的饮用水。 水资源短缺给家庭、学校和社区带来了额外压力,可靠水源的获取变得越来越困难。 因此,吉佐水项目被视为解决该镇长期水供应挑战和改善居民安全用水的关键步骤。 WPG的支持反映了省政府与相关国家和区域合作伙伴合作推进项目、解决吉佐居民迫切水需求的承诺。 反馈请联系:maetuana777@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com