AGP Executive Report

Pacific Security & Diplomacy: Pacific Islands Forum leaders issued a global appeal for peace, urging world leaders to uphold the UN Charter and choose dialogue as tensions rise. Regional Law & Justice: A new PNG–Solomon Islands twinning program will strengthen prosecution services, with hands-on training on cybercrime, financial crimes, corruption, and family and sexual violence. Local Governance & Courts: Solomon Islands Attorney-General John Muria Jnr says the new Coalition’s court challenge is a “futile exercise,” arguing due process wasn’t followed as the case heads back to court. Aviation & Connectivity: Solomon Airlines has been granted an international airline licence to operate scheduled services between Honiara and Port Moresby. Health: WHO released a practical manual to help Western Pacific health workers tackle antimicrobial resistance, focusing on better diagnostics and smarter use of medicines. Sports: World Cup fever hit Honiara with an alcohol-free fan parade, while PNG booked the OFC U19 Men’s Championship spot after a 5-1 win over the Cook Islands. Community & Youth: World Vision’s 40 Hour Challenge is set to run 19–21 June, with this year’s focus on tackling severe child hunger in Solomon Islands.

Aviation & Connectivity: Solomon Airlines has been granted an international airline licence to run scheduled services between Honiara and Port Moresby, boosting travel links across the region. Politics & Courts: Solomon Islands Attorney-General John Muria Jnr says a new Coalition’s court challenge to force Parliament to sit is a “futile exercise,” seeking a strike-out when the matter returns to court on Friday. Governance & Transparency: UNDP says “good governance” is central to Solomon Islands development, while UNDP and the British High Commission ran training for civil society on EITI extractives transparency and reporting. Security Agreements: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says the China security pact will remain secret due to a non-disclosure clause, even as he signals moves toward more transparency and stronger parliamentary oversight for future deals. Resource Sector Scrutiny: Opposition leader Manasseh Sogavare urges Attorney-General Gabriel Suri to recuse himself from APID-related matters as investigations begin into questionable bauxite shipments. Community & Sports: World Cup fever hit Honiara with a colourful alcohol-free fan parade, and the Kwaibaita Football League was officially opened in Malaita. Health & Resilience: WHO launched a new practical manual to help health workers in the Western Pacific tackle antimicrobial resistance. Climate Action: World Vision’s 40 Hour Challenge is set to fund more resilient food systems in the Solomon Islands, with youth tree-planting events in New Zealand.

OFC Football: Papua New Guinea booked its place at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship 2026 in Samoa after a dominant 5-1 win over the Cook Islands in qualifying, scoring early and then adding more in the second half to finish top. Sports & Community: Honiara kicked off World Cup fever with a colourful, alcohol-free fan parade drawing hundreds of supporters to celebrate peace and responsible cheering. Aviation Upgrade: Work on the Honiara International Airport Aviation Complex Building is nearing completion, with major progress on the external façade and an access road about 80% done under the World Bank-funded SIRAP2 project. Governance & Transparency: Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale says the China security pact must stay undisclosed due to a legally binding non-disclosure clause, while promising more transparency and stronger parliamentary oversight for future security agreements. Cyclone Recovery: The government estimates about $150 million is needed to recover from Tropical Cyclone Maila, covering health, education, livelihoods and shelter. Youth & Learning: UNDP and the British High Commission ran a Training of Trainers for civil society on EITI extractives transparency, aiming to strengthen monitoring and public dialogue.

Solomon Islands Politics & Security: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says the China security pact will stay secret because of a legally binding non-disclosure clause, while promising more transparency and stronger parliamentary oversight for future security agreements. Disaster Recovery: Government estimates about $150 million is needed to recover from Tropical Cyclone Maila, with priorities including health, education, livelihoods and housing. Governance & Extractives: UNDP and the British High Commission ran a Training of Trainers for civil society on EITI implementation, aiming to boost transparency and accountability in the extractive sector. Health & Policy: WHO launched a practical manual for health workers across the Western Pacific to strengthen diagnostic stewardship and tackle antimicrobial resistance. Sports & Community: World Cup fever hit Honiara with a colourful alcohol-free fan parade; meanwhile, the Kwaibaita Football League opened in Malaita and SINU student Kevin Olea won a council seat. Infrastructure & Jobs: Work on the Honiara airport Aviation Complex Building is nearing completion, and North Guadalcanal received 13 trucks to support economic zones and farmers. Climate & Energy: Pacific leaders renewed calls for peace as fuel shocks bite, while 350.org urges more Pacific governments to back a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty.

China Security Pact: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale says the 2022 security agreement with China will stay secret because a non-disclosure clause is legally binding, despite earlier review promises and calls for parliamentary oversight. Labour Mobility: Wale also signalled an end to the Pacific Australian Labour Mobility (PALM) and Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) schemes, saying the focus must shift to jobs and opportunities at home. Minimum Wage Review: The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry urges a data-driven minimum wage process, warning businesses face rising costs and any changes must reflect both workers’ cost of living and firms’ ability to absorb increases. Health: WHO released a practical manual for Western Pacific health workers to strengthen diagnostic stewardship and tackle antimicrobial resistance. Sports & Youth: Tahiti withdrew from the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship in Solomon Islands, with PNG taking the spot; locally, hockey outreach in North East Guadalcanal used sport to promote “Live Well, Learn Well, Lead Well.” Community & Food Security: KGA and Solomon Tobacco distributed 35,000 vegetable seedlings in Honiara to boost nutrition and small-scale income.

Climate & Energy: 350.org Pacific Climate Warriors is urging more Pacific governments to back the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty ahead of the Bonn climate talks, saying the region must lead a faster shift to renewables. Security & Governance: Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale says the China security pact must stay secret because of a non-disclosure clause, while also signalling future agreements should face stronger parliamentary oversight. Labour Policy: Wale has promised to phase out Australia’s PALM and RSE labour mobility schemes, arguing the country needs jobs and opportunities at home. Health: WHO has released a practical manual for Western Pacific health workers to strengthen diagnostic stewardship and tackle antimicrobial resistance. Sports (U-16 Women): Tahiti has withdrawn from the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship in Solomon Islands, with Papua New Guinea taking Tahiti’s place in Group B. Local Development: North Guadalcanal received 13 trucks to boost transport for its economic zones, and SOLKAS continues youth climate-resilient livelihood training in Malaita. Business & Wages: SICCI calls for a data-driven minimum wage review that balances worker cost-of-living needs with business capacity.

China Security Pact: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale says the 2022 security agreement with China will stay secret, citing a legally binding non-disclosure clause, while also promising more transparency and parliamentary oversight for future security deals. Labour Mobility: Wale signals an end to Pacific Australian Labour Mobility (PALM) and Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) schemes, saying the focus must shift to creating local jobs and opportunities. Minimum Wage Review: SICCI urges a data-driven minimum wage process after a three-day setting workshop, warning any increase must reflect both workers’ cost of living and businesses’ ability to absorb higher labour costs. Regional Justice Cooperation: Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands sign a plan to strengthen prosecution services, targeting financial crime, corruption, cybercrime, and family and sexual violence. Sports Funding & Development: The 2023 Pacific Games funding programme launches to support Solomon Islands national federations, while grassroots futsal and wider youth sport initiatives continue to build pathways. OFC Pro League: The OFC Pro League’s finances are secured for the next three years after its inaugural season across the region. Road Safety: MID warns Honiara road users about ongoing Mendana Avenue roadworks and asks for patience with traffic controllers.

Security & Governance: Solomon Islands PM Mathew Wale says future international security deals will be more transparent, with stronger parliamentary oversight—though the 2022 China pact stays secret due to a legally binding non-disclosure clause. Regional Nuclear Policy: Pacific states reaffirm the nuclear-free stance as the Rarotonga Treaty marks 40 years, with Solomon Islands’ high commissioner chairing the anniversary meeting in Suva. Bougainville Watch: Wale says Bougainville independence could be raised in talks with PNG PM James Marape later this year, aiming to facilitate whatever PNG and Bougainville agree. Minimum Wage Review: SICCI urges a data-driven minimum wage process that balances worker welfare with business affordability and compliance, as surveys and analysis begin. Economic Law: Western Province Premier Billy Veo calls for review of the Special Economic Zones Act, saying it sidelines provinces and customary landowners. Community & Food Security: KGA and Solomon Tobacco distribute 35,000+ vegetable seedlings to boost nutrition and small-scale income in Honiara communities. Sports & Youth: SINU students vote for a student representative today; meanwhile, futsal and grassroots programmes keep expanding across Honiara.

China Pact Secrecy: Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale says the 2022 security agreement with China will stay undisclosed because a non-disclosure clause is legally binding, despite earlier calls for transparency. Australia Reset on Security: Wale and Australian PM Anthony Albanese announced a reset in ties and a new comprehensive strategic treaty based on “mutual trust, respect and open dialogue,” alongside expanded police cooperation. Budget Support for Recovery: Australia will provide SBD 200 million in direct budget support to help recovery from Cyclone Maila and ease energy-price pressures, with Solomon Islands opposition urging transparent, results-driven spending. Minimum Wage Review: A three-day workshop in Honiara begins the process to set a new minimum wage, with surveys across provinces and analysis by the National Statistics Office and the ILO. Roadworks Reminder: Honiara’s Mendana Avenue roadworks continue, with the Ministry of Infrastructure Development asking drivers and pedestrians to follow traffic controllers’ instructions and signs. Sports & Youth: Under-23 3×3 teams depart for New Caledonia with U23 World Cup qualification at stake, while Solomon Islands chess registrations open for the Sir Peter Kenilorea Independence championship. Clean Water Progress: UNICEF-backed WASH work in North Guadalcanal is improving safe water and sanitation for communities and schools.

Road Safety & City Works: The Ministry of Infrastructure Development is urging Honiara road users to be patient and follow signs around Mendana Avenue roadworks after an incident where a pedestrian slapped a traffic controller. New Zealand–Solomons Reset: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale is in New Zealand for talks with PM Christopher Luxon and Foreign Minister Winston Peters, with a focus on development, climate resilience, accountability, and stronger Pacific partnerships. Sports Pathways: Solomon Islands U23 men’s and women’s 3×3 teams have left for New Caledonia for an Oceania Nations League Cup where the winner qualifies for the U23 World Cup. Labour & Cost of Living: A minimum wage review is underway, with the Labour Division conducting surveys across provinces and analysis to follow with the NSO and ILO. Community Conservation: WWF Solomon Islands held its quarterly meeting for community facilitators across seascape regions to review progress and plan next steps. Water Upgrade in Honiara: Solomon Water says construction of new concrete reservoirs at Tasahe, Titinge and Panatina is progressing into testing and commissioning. Anti-Corruption Push: Wale says officials suspected of corruption or misuse of public funds will be removed, as he begins cleaning up government.

Road Safety & Infrastructure: Honiara road users are being warned to expect delays and follow signs on Mendana Avenue roadworks (Heritage Park Roundabout to Honiara City Council Roundabout) after an incident where a pedestrian slapped a traffic controller, with MID urging patience and respectful treatment of crews. Minimum Wage Review: The Labour Division has started province-wide surveys for a new minimum wage, with Honiara set to be surveyed this month; data will be analysed with the National Statistics Office and the ILO before recommendations go to the Labour Advisory Board. Cost of Living & Accountability: Opposition MPs welcomed Australia’s SBD 200 million direct budget support tied to Cyclone Maila recovery and energy pressures, but demanded transparent, needs-based spending that reaches affected communities. Australia–Solomon Islands Reset: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale met New Zealand and later Australia’s leaders, signalling a reset based on “mutual trust” and a new comprehensive treaty, while also confirming Cabinet will review the China security pact. Security & Policing: Australia and Solomon Islands outlined next steps on the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force–Australian Federal Police partnership and a broader approach to Pacific security cooperation. Water & Health: Solomon Water says three new concrete reservoirs in Honiara (Tasahe, Titinge, Panatina) are progressing into testing and commissioning, supporting improved urban water supply. Regional Disaster Watch: Tsunami advisories remain in effect across parts of the Pacific after a powerful Philippines earthquake, including Solomon Islands, with coastal agencies urged to act on local procedures. Community & Skills: UNICEF-backed WASH work in North Guadalcanal is improving safe water and sanitation, while Papapi Technical School graduates were urged to become productive citizens.

Australia–Solomon Security Reset: Prime Minister Matthew Wale and Australia’s Anthony Albanese met in Canberra to reset ties, with both backing a new comprehensive strategic treaty and deeper police cooperation, framed around “trust, respect and open dialogue.” Anti-Corruption Push: Wale told a community meeting in New Zealand that officials suspected of corruption or misuse of funds will be removed, and promised tougher action in the resource sector. Police Funding Boost: Australia will set aside AUD$46 million for police deployments in Solomon Islands in next week’s budget. Minimum Wage Workshop: An ILO-backed three-day workshop in Honiara is underway to strengthen how minimum wages are set and reviewed. Clean Water Gains: UNICEF reports WASH improvements in North Guadalcanal communities, while Solomon Water says new Honiara reservoirs at Tasahe, Titinge and Panatina are moving into testing and commissioning. Sports & Youth: SINU launched its 2026 soccer league, and PNGOC approved a 520-strong Team PNG for the 2023 Solomon Islands Pacific Games. Weather Alert: SIMS issued a strong wind warning for several provinces and waters, urging caution for sea travellers. Regional Shock: A powerful 7.8 quake off the Philippines triggered tsunami advisories across parts of the Pacific, including Solomon Islands.

Australia–Solomon Islands Reset: Prime Minister Matthew Wale’s Canberra visit signalled a “reset” with Australia, with both leaders backing a new comprehensive strategic treaty built on mutual trust, respect and open dialogue, plus deeper police cooperation. Security Pact Watch: In Honiara, PM Manasseh Sogavare told parliament the 2022 China security pact won’t undermine regional peace, while lawmakers urged public disclosure of its terms. EU Investment Focus: The EU says its Solomon Islands partnership is continuing and shifting toward more investment-led cooperation, including discussions around the proposed Bina Harbour tuna processing plant and climate-resilience projects. Rural Development Leadership: The Ministry of Rural Development formally welcomed new Minister Daniel Waneoroa, pledging support for rural service delivery under the GREAT government. Community & Education: In Auki, a socialisation workshop discussed the SINIIP infrastructure pipeline; in Gizo, 56 Papapi Technical School students graduated; and in Malaita, Save the Children’s SOLKAS project supported school resilience and water access. Weather & Safety: SIMS issued a strong wind warning for several provinces and urged sea travellers to take extreme caution. Regional Alert: After a 7.8 Philippines quake, tsunami advisories were issued across parts of the Pacific including Solomon Islands, with coastal agencies told to act on local instructions.

Tsunami Watch: A powerful 7.8 earthquake off Mindanao, Philippines, has triggered tsunami advisories across much of the Pacific, including Solomon Islands, with the U.S. Tsunami Warning Centre forecasting waves under 0.3m above tide levels and urging coastal communities to stay out of the water and follow local instructions. Disaster Response: Philippines authorities have activated emergency agencies and issued evacuation guidance in affected provinces as officials verify damage and casualties. Local Health: Acting Prime Minister Francis Sade visited the Children’s Ward at Honiara’s National Referral Hospital, meeting patients and staff and distributing comfort gifts as the new GREAT Coalition prioritises public service delivery. Climate Resilience & Water: The EU says its renewable energy and water/sanitation investments are strengthening Solomon Islands’ climate resilience, including a Honiara water project aimed at improving water security and wastewater treatment. Weather Alerts: Solomon Islands Meteorological Service issued a strong winds warning for several provinces and waters, advising sea travellers and communities to take precautions. Regional Diplomacy: New PM Matthew Wale is set to visit New Zealand soon for talks with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, as Solomon Islands seeks to reset and deepen ties. Development & Inclusion: UNICEF reports WASH upgrades in dozens of schools, while a para sport programme (“Play for Equity”) supports disability inclusion through sport and leadership training. Sports & Youth: Ghupo Wantoks FC was launched in Honiara with a focus on youth pathways across Melanesia, and a JICA physiotherapy volunteer has begun a two-year attachment at SINIS to support athlete rehabilitation.

Tsunami Watch: A powerful 7.7 quake struck off Mindanao, triggering tsunami alerts across parts of Asia and a Pacific-wide advisory that includes Solomon Islands, with officials urging coastal communities to move inland and stay out of the water while monitoring continues. Regional Security & Climate: Australia and New Zealand reaffirmed Pacific-led regionalism, climate action and security cooperation ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting, signalling continued backing for Pacific priorities. Solomon Islands–EU Development: The EU says its renewable energy, water and sanitation work is building climate resilience in Solomon Islands, and insists project delivery won’t slow despite the recent change of government. Weather Hazard: SIMS issued strong wind warnings for several provinces and sea areas, warning of rough seas and poor visibility and urging extra caution for small boat operators. Health & Schools: UNICEF reports WASH upgrades in dozens of schools reached over 12,000 students, but notes most schools still lack basic sanitation, affecting learning and attendance. Diplomacy: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale is set to visit New Zealand soon for talks with PM Christopher Luxon, as Honiara resets its early foreign engagement. Sports Inclusion: A three-day “Play for Equity” Para Sport Program in Honiara boosted disability inclusion through sport, leadership training and empowerment.

Solomon Islands–NZ Diplomacy: New PM Matthew Wale will travel to New Zealand next week to meet Christopher Luxon, with Foreign Minister Rick Houenipwela and Education Minister Stephen Kumi also expected to attend, as Wellington and Honiara look to reset and deepen cooperation. China Security Pact Review: Wale’s early moves include reviewing the 2022 China security deal and pushing for a new treaty with Australia, signalling a shift in Honiara’s foreign policy direction. EU Tuna Market Pressure: Fisheries officials from Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands and Tuvalu met in Suva on new EU freezer-vessel rules that could affect 97% of EU-listed Pacific vessels, with stricter freezing temperatures and food-safety requirements. Education Recovery After Cyclone Maila: GREAT/MEHRD is prioritising school repairs in Choiseul and Western Province after Tropical Cyclone Maila, with assessments already underway to restore safe learning spaces. Honiara Environment: A week-long coastal clean-up campaign says Honiara’s shoreline pollution is driven by poor inland waste management, urging community and business action. Weather & Safety: SIMS issued a strong wind warning for several provinces, advising sea travellers and residents to prepare for rough seas and reduced visibility. Youth & Sports: SIFF shortlisted 40+ young footballers after U-19 trials, while JICA’s physiotherapy volunteer begins a two-year attachment to strengthen athlete rehabilitation at SINIS.