Politics • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands PM concludes visit to NZ, strengthens education and fisheries allianceJeremiah Manele and Christopher Luxon reinforce long-standing regional ties ahead of the upcoming Forum Leaders Meeting in Honiara.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 31 Jul
Politics • Solomon Islands • Aotearoa New ZealandNew Zealand, Solomon Islands boost bilateral ties ahead of Forum leaders' summitWith a focus on security, education, and development, Jeremiah Manele's visit to Aotearoa this week highlights the historic partnership and shared commitment to regional stability.Christine RovoiTue, 29 Jul
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands bylaw empowers chiefs to block child marriageIn Koleasi, a remote village in Central Guadalcanal, traditional leaders now have the legal backing to stop child marriage and escalate cases of abuse. Khalia StrongWed, 23 Jul
Sports • Solomon Islands • SāmoaSolomon Islands and Sāmoa make history at the OFC Nations CupThe 2025 Oceania Football Confederation women's competition has concluded in Fiji, and it was a tournament to remember! PMN NewsSun, 20 Jul
Sports • Solomon Islands • Sāmoa • Papua New Guinea • FijiSolomon Islands edge Sāmoa to reach OFC Women's Nations Cup final for the first timeDespite an early goal from the Sāmoans, the Solomon Islanders responded with an equaliser and an own goal to set a showdown with defending champions Papua New Guinea in the final.PMN NewsThu, 17 Jul
Pacific Region • Papua New Guinea • Vanuatu • Fiji • Solomon IslandsMSG Summit: Pacific leaders postpone joint security strategyThe Melanesian Spearhead Group aims to address a range of threats in the region, including climate change and maritime safety. Christine RovoiWed, 02 Jul
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands Prime Minister fires chief of staff over Vietnam dealJeremiah Manele has sacked the senior official after the 'unauthorised' deal with two Vietnamese firms.Kaya Selby, RNZ Pacific journalistWed, 02 Jul
Politics • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands MPs raise accountability concerns, seek reforms inspired by NZ’s systemDuring a visit to New Zealand, the MPs highlight issues like delayed reporting and financial constraints.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 27 Jun
Pacific Region • Papua New Guinea • Vanuatu • Solomon Islands • Fiji • New CaledoniaPacific leaders call for peace amid Middle East tensions as Melanesia eyes regional solidarityThe leaders express deep concern over escalating global conflicts as they focus on peace and collaboration amid their own challenges in the region.Christine RovoiWed, 25 Jun
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands PM survives attempts to topple his leadershipA motion of no-confidence was withdrawn after backroom manoeuvring allowed Jeremiah Manele to hold onto a majority in parliament.Christine RovoiTue, 06 May
