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The GREAT Coalition Government is moving to strengthen forestry laws and improve the management of Solomon Islands’ forest resources. The... The post GREAT Coalition Moves to Overhaul Forestry Laws appeared first on In-depth Solomons .
GREAT 联盟政府正在采取措施加强林业法律,并改善所罗门群岛森林资源的管理。...... 这篇文章最初发布在 In-depth Solomons 上。
A proposed $1.5 million increase in office-rent funding for the Ministry of Forestry and Research has come under scrutiny at the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), with lawmakers questioning a $100,000-a-month rental arrangement and whether proper procedures were followed. The ministry appeared before PAC on Tuesday to defend its supplementary funding request. According to the 2026 [...] The post FROM $350K TO $1.85M: WHY A $100K-A-MONTH RENT DEAL RAISED RED FLAGS AT PAC appeared first on Tavuli News (Solomon Islands) .
一项针对林业与研究部的150万美元办公室租金资金增加提案在公共账目委员会(PAC)受到审查,立法者质疑每月10万美元的租赁安排以及是否遵循了适当的程序。该部门于周二出席PAC,辩护其补充资金请求。根据2026年...... 此文最初发布于Tavuli News(所罗门群岛)。
BY JOSES SAREN THE Office of the Auditor-General is seeking $6.7 million in supplementary funding to upgrade its auditing methodology and clear a provincial audit backlog. Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) inquiry this morning into the 2026 Supplementary Bill, Deputy Auditor-General Vincent Misi said the proposed allocation is being sought under a recurrent advance warrant. The supplementary funding combines two main components: $6,435,942 for the World Bank-backed Capacity Building in Audit and Statistics Project (CAPSA), and $259,505 for the United Nations-funded Local Climate Adaptive Living Facility (LoCAL). Misi said the CAPSA funding covers four local consultants and an external audit firm tasked with bringing the agency’s methodology up to global standards. He explained that while the technical support was included in last year’s budget, it was inadvertently dropped by the budget unit during consolidation. “The support had been provided for in last year’s budget but was overlooked during consolidation,” Mr Misi told the Committee. The LoCAL component targets a backlog of local government accounts, supporting consultant fees, field travel, sea-safety equipment, and IT hardware. PAC Chairman Dr Paul Bosawai opened the hearing by noting that total recurrent advance warrants across all government agencies reach $316.4 million—exceeding the $150 million statutory cap under Section 6 of the 2026 Appropriation Act. Dr Bosawai and Independent Leader Peter Shanel Agovaka both pressed for the fast-tracking of the Auditor-General’s Bill 2026, which would grant the agency a dedicated budget and full mandate to audit all ministries and constituencies automatically. In response, Mr Misi confirmed that consultations remain ongoing, with no firm date yet set for tabling the legislation. Hograno/Kia/Havulei MP Jeremiah Manele sought clarification on the external firm and whether provincial audits were climate-specific. Mr Misi confirmed the external firm engaged is UK-based public sector body CIPFA, clarifying that the audits cover general provincial accounts rather than climate work. Opposition Leader Manasseh Sogavare raised concerns over constituency-level audits, arguing that Constituency Development Funds are public money and should not wait on a formal request before an audit is triggered. Mr Misi noted that Guadalcanal’s audit is nearing completion with Are’are scheduled next, but agreed to respond to Sogavare’s policy objection in writing. Mr Agovaka also questioned whether public servants carry greater responsibility for corruption than politicians, criticizing advocacy by Transparency Solomon Islands—a point Ms Misi declined to comment on. Dr Bosawai closed the 30-minute hearing by noting remaining technical questions would be answered in writing before moving to the next ministry’s submission. For feedback, contact: josessaren@gmail.com Editor: irwin2angiki@gmail.com
作者:JOSES SAREN 审计总署(Office of the Auditor-General)正在寻求670万美元的补充资金,以升级其审计方法并清理省级审计积压。 今天上午,副审计长文森特·米西(Vincent Misi)在公共账目委员会(Public Accounts Committee,PAC)对2026年补充法案的调查中表示,所提议的拨款是根据经常性预付款令申请的。 这笔补充资金主要包括两个部分:6435942美元用于世界银行支持的审计和统计能力建设项目(Capacity Building in Audit and Statistics Project,CAPSA),以及259505美元用于联合国资助的地方气候适应生活设施(Local Climate Adaptive Living Facility,LoCAL)。 米西表示,CAPSA资金涵盖四名地方顾问和一家外部审计公司,负责将该机构的方法提升到全球标准。 他解释说,虽然技术支持已包含在去年的预算中,但在整合过程中被预算单位无意中遗漏。 “支持在去年的预算中已得到提供,但在整合时被忽视,”米西先生告诉委员会。 LoCAL部分针对地方政府账户的积压,支持顾问费用、现场旅行、海上安全设备和IT硬件。 PAC主席保罗·博萨瓦伊(Dr Paul Bosawai)在开庭时指出,所有政府机构的总经常性预付款令达到3.164亿美元,超过了2026年拨款法第6条规定的1.5亿美元法定上限。 博萨瓦伊博士和独立领导人彼得·沙内尔·阿戈瓦卡(Peter Shanel Agovaka)都呼吁加快审计总署2026年法案的进程,该法案将赋予该机构专门预算和全面授权,自动审计所有部门和选区。 对此,米西先生确认,咨询仍在进行中,目前尚未确定提交立法的具体日期。 霍格拉诺/基亚/哈武雷(Hograno/Kia/Havulei)国会议员杰里迈亚·马内莱(Jeremiah Manele)要求澄清外部公司以及省级审计是否与气候相关。 米西先生确认,参与的外部公司是总部位于英国的公共部门机构CIPFA,并澄清审计涵盖一般省级账户,而非气候工作。 反对派领袖马纳塞·索加瓦雷(Manasseh Sogavare)对选区级审计表示担忧,认为选区发展基金是公共资金,不应在正式请求之前等待审计触发。 米西先生指出,瓜达尔卡纳尔的审计即将完成,阿雷阿雷(Are’are)将是下一个,但同意以书面形式回应索加瓦雷的政策异议。 阿戈瓦卡先生还质疑公务员是否对腐败承担更大责任,批评透明所罗门群岛(Transparency Solomon Islands)的倡导——这一点米西女士拒绝评论。 博萨瓦伊博士在30分钟的听证会结束时指出,剩余的技术问题将在书面上回答,然后转向下一个部门的提交。
MECDM outlines resilience, climate action and environmental reforms to strengthen Solomon Islands’ sustainable future HONIARA, Solomon Islands – August 5, 2026 – The Minister for Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM), Hon. Wayne Ghemu, delivered a pivotal response to the Speech from the Throne today, outlining a comprehensive roadmap to bolster national resilience [...] The post MECDM Outlines Bold Vision for Environmental Stewardship and Climate Resilience in Response to Speech from the Throne appeared first on Tavuli News (Solomon Islands) .
MECDM阐述了增强所罗门群岛可持续未来的韧性、气候行动和环境改革 霍尼亚拉,所罗门群岛 – 2026年8月5日 – 环境、气候变化、灾害管理与气象部(MECDM)部长韦恩·盖穆(Wayne Ghemu)今天对国王演讲做出了重要回应,概述了一项全面的路线图,以增强国家韧性 [...] 该文章最初发布在Tavuli News(所罗门群岛)上。
MECDM Sets Out Environmental and Climate Resilience Priorities Minister for Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM), Hon. Wayne Ghemu, has outlined the Ministry’s key priorities to strengthen environmental protection, climate resilience and disaster preparedness in response to the Speech from the Throne. Minister Ghemu said the Ministry will focus on translating the government’s transformation agenda into practical actions that benefit communities across Solomon Islands. A major focus of the Ministry’s programme is strengthening environmental stewardship through updated legislation, improved compliance measures and the establishment of a Compliance and Enforcement Unit to support environmental protection standards. The Ministry also plans to expand protected areas across land and marine environments through community-based approaches that recognise the role of provincial governments and customary resource owners. On waste management, Minister Ghemu highlighted ongoing efforts to rehabilitate the Ranadi rubbish dump and develop a new engineered landfill at Tenaru through collaboration with the Asian Development Bank, Honiara City Council and Guadalcanal Provincial Government. Similar improvements are planned for provincial centres including Gizo, Noro, Auki and Tulagi. Addressing climate change, Minister Ghemu described it as one of the country’s greatest challenges and said the government will invest in nature-based solutions and climate-resilient infrastructure in key sectors such as agriculture, education and health. The Ministry is also working to strengthen Solomon Islands’ ability to access international climate finance by pursuing national accreditation for institutions, including the Development Bank of Solomon Islands and the Ministry of Finance and Treasury. Minister Ghemu announced plans for a national loss and damage framework to support communities affected by climate impacts such as sea-level rise and extreme weather events. Following the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Maila, the Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to recovery efforts, including a shelter reconstruction programme for families whose homes were destroyed. He said recovery support is being strengthened with assistance from international partners. The Ministry will also introduce modernised meteorological services, including the installation of Solomon Islands’ first weather radar system, to improve early warning capabilities for tropical cyclones and other weather-related hazards. Minister Ghemu concluded by emphasising that disaster preparedness is a shared responsibility, calling on individuals, communities and leaders to work together in building a more resilient Solomon Islands. “This is our solemn commitment—to serve our people, safeguard our environment, and build a Solomon Islands that is more resilient,” Minister Ghemu said. ENDS/////////////////////
环境、气候韧性优先事项由MECDM提出 环境、气候变化、灾害管理和气象部(MECDM)部长韦恩·盖穆(Hon. Wayne Ghemu)概述了该部在应对王座演讲中加强环境保护、气候韧性和灾害准备的关键优先事项。 盖穆部长表示,该部将专注于将政府的转型议程转化为惠及所罗门群岛各社区的实际行动。 该部计划的一个主要重点是通过更新立法、改善合规措施以及建立合规与执法单位来加强环境管理,以支持环境保护标准。 该部还计划通过社区为基础的方法扩大陆地和海洋环境的保护区,承认省政府和习惯资源所有者的角色。 在废物管理方面,盖穆部长强调了与亚洲开发银行、霍尼亚拉市议会和瓜达尔卡纳尔省政府合作,正在进行的修复Ranadi垃圾场和在Tenaru开发新工程填埋场的努力。类似的改善计划也将在包括吉佐、诺罗、奥基和图拉吉在内的省中心进行。 在应对气候变化方面,盖穆部长将其描述为国家面临的最大挑战之一,并表示政府将在农业、教育和健康等关键领域投资基于自然的解决方案和气候韧性基础设施。 该部还在努力加强所罗门群岛获取国际气候融资的能力,追求包括所罗门群岛发展银行和财政部在内的机构的国家认证。 盖穆部长宣布了支持受气候影响的社区的国家损失与损害框架计划,例如海平面上升和极端天气事件。 在热带气旋Maila影响之后,部长重申了政府对恢复工作的承诺,包括为被毁家庭提供的庇护所重建计划。他表示,恢复支持正在加强,并得到了国际合作伙伴的帮助。 该部还将引入现代化的气象服务,包括安装所罗门群岛首个气象雷达系统,以改善热带气旋和其他天气相关灾害的早期预警能力。 盖穆部长最后强调,灾害准备是共同责任,呼吁个人、社区和领导者共同努力,建设一个更具韧性的所罗门群岛。 “这是我们庄严的承诺——服务我们的人民,保护我们的环境,建设一个更具韧性的所罗门群岛,”盖穆部长说。 结束/////////////////////
CaB SMART MSP TEAM Successfully Complete Community-Led Marine Spatial Planning Field Trial The CaB SMART MSP Project team has completed a field trial of Community-Led Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) approach at Nagotano Community, Central Islands province. This was an activity under the Climate and Biodiversity Smart Marine Spatial Planning (CaB-Smart MSP) Project which is implemented by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources and the Ministry of Environment, Climate Ch...ange, Disaster Management and Meteorology, through the CAB SMART MSP Project Management Unit. The trial involved 44 participants (28 male and 22 female) serving as community representatives. These representatives comprised customary marine resource owners, community leaders, women, youth, and fishers. Together, they mapped coastal and marine resources, identified areas of ecological, cultural and economic significance and developed practical management priorities for the community's marine environment and resources. Spatial maps, illustrating the use of ocean and coastal space, were generated based on the collected spatial information. Community members and groups participated actively in marine resource mapping, stakeholder discussions, and planning exercises that integrated traditional ecological knowledge with scientific approaches. This facilitated and collaborative process enabled the community to identify key fishing grounds, coral reefs, mangrove areas, seagrass habitats, spawning and nursery sites, navigation routes, and culturally significant locations that require interventions such as sustainable utilization, management, conservation and protection and even restoration and rehabilitation. The trial demonstrated that Community-Led Marine Spatial Planning can be an effective and inclusive process that empowers communities to make informed decisions about the sustainable use and conservation of their coastal and marine resources while supporting food security, livelihoods, protecting biodiversity, and building climate resilience. The CaB-Smart MSP Project recognises customary resource owners as pivotal to marine stewardship in the Solomon Islands. By placing communities at the center of planning and decision-making, the project recognizes and aims to strengthen local governance systems and promote long-term sustainable management of coastal and marine ecosystems and resources. The successful completion of the Nagotano Community field activities provides valuable lessons for refining Community-Led Marine Spatial Planning approaches that can be applied to other coastal communities targeted under the Project and in the long term to other communities in the country. The successful activity highlights the strength and benefits of partnership between communities, government agencies, development partners, and technical organisations in advancing locally led solutions for the sustainable management of Solomon Islands' coastal and marine resources. The CaB-Smart MSP Project is made possible through funding from the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), reflecting New Zealand's ongoing partnership with the Solomon Islands in promoting sustainable ocean governance, resilient coastal communities, and healthy marine ecosystems. - Ministry of Environment //END//
CaB SMART MSP团队成功完成社区主导的海洋空间规划实地试验 CaB SMART MSP项目团队在中部群岛省的Nagotano社区完成了社区主导的海洋空间规划(MSP)方法的实地试验。 这是气候与生物多样性智能海洋空间规划(CaB-Smart MSP)项目下的一项活动,该项目由渔业和海洋资源部及环境、气候变化、灾害管理和气象部实施,通过CaB SMART MSP项目管理单位进行。 此次试验涉及44名参与者(28名男性和22名女性),他们作为社区代表。 这些代表包括习惯性海洋资源所有者、社区领导、女性、青年和渔民。 他们共同绘制了沿海和海洋资源的地图,识别了生态、文化和经济重要性区域,并为社区的海洋环境和资源制定了实际管理优先事项。 基于收集的空间信息,生成了展示海洋和沿海空间使用的空间地图。 社区成员和团体积极参与了海洋资源绘图、利益相关者讨论和规划活动,将传统生态知识与科学方法相结合。 这一促进和协作的过程使社区能够识别关键渔场、珊瑚礁、红树林区域、海草栖息地、产卵和育幼场、航行路线以及需要进行干预的文化重要地点,如可持续利用、管理、保护,甚至恢复和修复。 试验表明,社区主导的海洋空间规划可以成为一种有效和包容的过程,使社区能够就可持续使用和保护其沿海和海洋资源做出明智的决策,同时支持粮食安全、生计、保护生物多样性,并增强气候韧性。 CaB-Smart MSP项目承认习惯性资源所有者在所罗门群岛海洋管理中的关键作用。 通过将社区置于规划和决策的中心,该项目承认并旨在加强地方治理体系,促进沿海和海洋生态系统及资源的长期可持续管理。 Nagotano社区实地活动的成功完成为完善社区主导的海洋空间规划方法提供了宝贵的经验,这些方法可以应用于项目下的其他沿海社区,并在长期内推广到该国的其他社区。 这一成功活动突显了社区、政府机构、发展伙伴和技术组织之间合作的力量和好处,以推动当地主导的解决方案,实现所罗门群岛沿海和海洋资源的可持续管理。 CaB-Smart MSP项目得到了新西兰外交和贸易部(MFAT)的资金支持,反映了新西兰与所罗门群岛在促进可持续海洋治理、增强沿海社区韧性和健康海洋生态系统方面的持续合作。 - 环境部 //结束//
Wildlife Photography Exhibition Opens at National Art Gallery A world-renowned Wildlife Photography Exhibition from London is now on display at the National Art Gallery in Honiara, showcasing stunning images of wildlife and the natural world. Local schools and youth groups are expected to visit the exhibition in the coming days to experience photographs that reveal hidden animal behaviour, spectacular species, and the rich diversity of nature. Organisers said each photograph tells a unique story, highlighting the close connection between wildlife, habitats, and people. British High Commissioner Paul Turner said the exhibition conveys both the beauty and fragility of nature, while encouraging greater efforts to protect the planet's biodiversity through the power of photography. The public is encouraged to visit the gallery to see some of the world's natural beauties.
野生动物摄影展 在国家艺术画廊开幕 来自伦敦的世界著名野生动物摄影展目前正在霍尼亚拉的国家艺术画廊展出,展示了令人惊叹的野生动物和自然世界的图像。 预计当地学校和青年团体将在接下来的几天内参观展览,体验揭示隐藏动物行为、壮观物种以及自然丰富多样性的照片。 组织者表示,每张照片都讲述了一个独特的故事,突显了野生动物、栖息地和人类之间的紧密联系。 英国高级专员保罗·特纳(Paul Turner)表示,这次展览传达了自然的美丽与脆弱,同时鼓励通过摄影的力量来加强保护地球生物多样性的努力。 公众被鼓励前往画廊,欣赏世界自然之美。
Solar powered medical waste system a C3SI success story One of the success stories of the Climate Smart Social Services and Infrastructure (C3SI) Programme is the installation of a solar-powered microwave medical waste treatment system at Good Samaritan Hospital (GSH) in North Guadalcanal. Hamish Young, UNICEF Representative in the Pacific, confirmed this during a media briefing in Honiara on Monday. The media briefing provided an update on the implementation progress of the C3SI Programme, highlighted results for children and communities to date, and previewed the upcoming Social Protection Consultation and Dialogue in Honiara. Mr Young said the facility uses advanced technology that goes beyond traditional incineration. He said it is a large facility weighing more than 100 kilograms and is powered entirely by renewable energy. “It takes all sorts of medical waste which incineration does not completely destroy. “Incineration still leaves sharp needles that can be dangerous when they get back into the environment,” he said. Mr Young said the new facility reduces medical waste to powder, which can then be used to make bricks for building facilities. The facility also contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Good Samaritan Hospital provides services to more than 62,000 people from surrounding communities, including patients from Honiara who seek medical assistance there. The C3SI programme is funded by the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and implemented by UNICEF in partnership with the Government of Solomon Islands. It supports climate-resilient planning, institutional strengthening and infrastructure investment across health, education, WASH, nutrition, child protection, social protection, renewable energy, and climate information and early warning systems. The project costs about SBD$58.3 million (US$7 million), focusing on strengthening national systems for social services. It focuses mainly on Guadalcanal Province and will be implemented over a three-year period, from November 2024 to December 2027. Apart from the medical waste treatment system, the climate project has registered more than 800 people and enabled them to receive birth certificates through the decentralisation of birth registration services. It has also trained 19 people from local communities in basic solar photovoltaic (PV) system installation and maintenance.
太阳能驱动的医疗废物系统是C3SI的成功案例 气候智能社会服务与基础设施(C3SI)项目的成功案例之一是在北瓜达尔卡纳尔的好撒玛利亚医院(Good Samaritan Hospital,GSH)安装了一套太阳能驱动的微波医疗废物处理系统。 联合国儿童基金会(UNICEF)太平洋地区代表哈米什·杨(Hamish Young)在霍尼亚拉的媒体简报会上确认了这一点。 媒体简报提供了C3SI项目实施进展的更新,突出了迄今为止对儿童和社区的成果,并预览了即将在霍尼亚拉举行的社会保护咨询和对话。 杨先生表示,该设施使用超越传统焚烧的先进技术。 他说,这是一座重达100公斤以上的大型设施,完全由可再生能源供电。 “它处理各种医疗废物,而焚烧并不能完全消灭这些废物。 “焚烧仍然会留下尖锐的针头,当它们重新回到环境中时可能会造成危险,”他说。 杨先生表示,新设施将医疗废物减少为粉末,这些粉末可以用来制造建筑设施的砖块。 该设施还帮助减少温室气体排放。 好撒玛利亚医院为来自周边社区的超过62,000人提供服务,包括寻求医疗帮助的霍尼亚拉患者。 C3SI项目由韩国国际合作署(KOICA)资助,并由联合国儿童基金会与所罗门群岛政府合作实施。 该项目支持气候适应性规划、机构强化和健康、教育、WASH、营养、儿童保护、社会保护、可再生能源以及气候信息和预警系统的基础设施投资。 该项目费用约为5830万所罗门元(700万美元),重点是加强社会服务的国家系统。 项目主要集中在瓜达尔卡纳尔省,将在2024年11月至2027年12月的三年期间实施。 除了医疗废物处理系统外,该气候项目还登记了超过800人,并使他们通过出生登记服务的分散化获得出生证明。 它还培训了19名当地社区人员,教授基本的太阳能光伏(PV)系统安装和维护。
PM Wale Declares End to "Elite Capture" in Logging Sector Prime Minister [PM] Matthew Wale has declared that his government is determined to end what he described as decades of "elite capture" in the country's logging sector, pledging major reforms in the management of the nation's forests. Speaking during the debate on the Speech from the Throne in Parliament, Wednesday 5th August Prime Minister Wale said the way Solomon Islands' forests have been managed over the years is a clear example of elite capture. "The management of our forests has been proof of elite capture. Our islands have been stripped, a few have been enriched, and that era ends," Prime Minister Wale said. The Prime Minister's remarks signal the government's commitment to reforming the forestry sector, with a focus on ensuring that the country's natural resources are managed sustainably and that the benefits are shared more fairly among Solomon Islanders. His statement comes as the government continues to outline its priorities during the Fourth Meeting of the 12th Parliament, including strengthening governance, promoting sustainable development, and increasing value-added industries across key sectors.
总理瓦尔宣布结束林业部门的“精英捕获” 总理马修·瓦尔(Matthew Wale)表示,他的政府决心结束他所描述的该国林业部门数十年的“精英捕获”,并承诺对国家森林的管理进行重大改革。 在8月5日星期三的国会王座演讲辩论中,瓦尔总理表示,所罗门群岛的森林多年来的管理方式清楚地体现了精英捕获。 “我们森林的管理证明了精英捕获。我们的岛屿被掠夺,少数人变得富裕,而这一时代结束了,”瓦尔总理说道。 总理的言论表明政府致力于改革林业部门,重点确保国家自然资源的可持续管理,并使所罗门群岛人民更公平地分享利益。 他的声明是在政府继续在第12届国会第四次会议上阐述其优先事项之际,包括加强治理、促进可持续发展以及在关键部门增加增值产业。
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Climate Change Division is pleased with KOICA funding The Climate Change Division within the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Disaster Management is pleased with KOICA in funding the three years climate change programe. The Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has funded the Climate Smart Social Services and Infrastructure (C3SI) Programme in Solomon Islands. UNICEF is implementing it in partnership with the Government of Solomon Islands. It supports climate-resilient planning, institutional strengthening and infrastructure investment across health, education, WASH, nutrition, child protection, social protection, renewable energy, and climate information and early warning systems. The project costs about SBD58.3 million (US$7 million), focusing on strengthening national systems for social services. It mainly focuses on Guadalcanal Province from November 2024 to December 2027. Director of the Climate Change Division, Thaddeus Siota, thanked KOICA for the funding and said UNICEF is supporting the Ministry in putting children and young people at the centre of climate policy and decision-making. He said UNICEF supported the Division in developing the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC3.0). Mr Siota said NDC3.0 is an important document that outlines what the country determines to do to reduce the causes of climate change and address its impacts. Furthermore, he said UNICEF supported the Division in hosting the National Loss and Damage Dialogue for children and young people, including children and youth with disabilities, last year. He said this will help the Division develop a Loss and Damage Policy. Moreover, UNICEF will support the Division to host the Solomon Islands Youth Climate Dialogue ahead of the Pre-COP Australia-Pacific Youth Climate Dialogue in Fiji in October. //End//
气候变化司欢迎KOICA为项目提供资金 环境、气候变化和灾害管理部下属气候变化司欢迎韩国国际协力团(KOICA)为期三年的气候变化项目提供资金。 KOICA资助了所罗门群岛气候智慧型社会服务与基础设施(C3SI)项目。 联合国儿童基金会与所罗门群岛政府合作实施该项目。 项目支持卫生、教育、水卫设施与个人卫生(WASH)、营养、儿童保护、社会保障、可再生能源,以及气候信息和预警系统等领域的气候韧性规划、机构能力建设和基础设施投资。 项目投资约5,830万所罗门元(700万美元),重点加强国家社会服务体系。 项目实施期为2024年11月至2027年12月,主要聚焦瓜达尔卡纳尔省。 气候变化司司长萨迪厄斯·西奥塔感谢KOICA提供资金,并表示联合国儿童基金会正支持该部把儿童和青年置于气候政策与决策的中心。 他说,联合国儿童基金会支持气候变化司制定国家自主贡献3.0(NDC3.0)。 西奥塔表示,NDC3.0是一份重要文件,列明国家决定采取哪些行动减少气候变化成因并应对其影响。 他还说,联合国儿童基金会去年支持气候变化司为儿童和青年举办国家损失与损害对话,其中包括残障儿童和青年。 他说,这将帮助气候变化司制定损失与损害政策。 此外,联合国儿童基金会将支持气候变化司举办所罗门群岛青年气候对话,为10月在斐济举行的澳大利亚—太平洋青年气候对话会前会议作准备。 //结束//
Independent Group suggests Government consider maritime cooperation arrangements similar to Shiprider with other bilateral partners BY IRWIN ANGIKI The Independent Group has suggested the GREAT government consider maritime cooperation arrangements with China similar to the Shiprider agreement. In its statement yesterday, the Independents said given Government’s stand that the Shiprider agreement is beneficial for the country, it should likewise consider other bilateral partners who can help toward this end. “If Solomon Islands considers Ship Rider Agreements to be an effective mechanism for combating illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, transnational crime, human trafficking and drug trafficking across our vast maritime domain, then the Government should be prepared to consider similar arrangements with other trusted partners where such agreements advance our national interest. “The Independent Group believes the Government should also consider whether a similar maritime cooperation arrangement with the People’s Republic of China would complement our existing partnerships and further strengthen Solomon Islands’ capacity to police one of the largest exclusive economic zones in the Pacific,” the statement said. The Independents yesterday issued a statement explaining its stance on the contentious issue of the recently signed Shiprider Agreement between Solomon Islands and the United States, saying its main concern is the oversight role of Parliament in bilateral agreements. “Our earlier statement was not directed at the legal validity or operational value of the Ship Rider Agreement itself. Our principal concern is the broader constitutional and governance principle of parliamentary oversight of international treaties and agreements,” the Independents said. “Prime Minister Matthew Wale has publicly stated that international treaties and agreements should be tabled in Parliament. This commitment, made following his official visits to Australia and New Zealand, represents an important departure from the practice of previous governments, which generally regarded the negotiation and signing of treaties as matters for the Executive alone, without parliamentary scrutiny. “The Independent Group welcomes and fully supports this commitment by Prime Minister Wale. It reflects the GREAT Coalition’s promise of greater transparency, accountability and democratic governance. If ‘change is coming’ is to be more than a slogan, then Parliament must be given its rightful constitutional role in scrutinising international agreements that have legal, financial or strategic implications for Solomon Islands,” the statement said. On July 28, Solomon Islands signed the Shiprider agreement with the US in Honiara. The agreement basically allows for Solomon Islander officials to board and follow US Coast Guard ships around Solomon Islands waters to look for and arrest IUU fishing activities (Illegal, Unreported, Unregulated), transnational crime, human trafficking and drug trafficking. Following the signing, the Opposition accused the Government of selling Solomon Islands’ sovereignty and the Independents criticised government over the lack of transparency and parliamentary oversight. Government has defended itself refuting the claims and reiterating that the agreement in contrast upholds Solomon Islands’ sovereignty. Government is yet to confirm whether it will bring the matter to parliament, post-signing. Two of Solomon Islands’ leading academics, Dr Transform Aqorau and Dr Joe Foukona have come out writing in support of the shiprider agreement upholding Solomon Islands’ sovereignty. The Independents acknowledged these two academics’ contributions in its statement yesterday. Aqorau, the vice-chancellor of Solomons National University (SINU) and internationally recognised expert in maritime law and the Law of the Sea, said the agreement reinforces Solomons’ sovereignty by ensuring local officers retain full authority and control over enforcement actions. He said the agreement acts as a proven regional model, with 12 other Pacific nations successfully employing the US framework without compromising their independence. Foukona, an Assistant Professor in the Department of History at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, in Pacific law and history, said Government did not err when it signed the agreement without consulting parliament. He labelled the opposition’s sovereignty warnings as ‘legally unsound’, arguing that critics are conflating political anxieties with legal realities. Meanwhile, the Independents said it remains committed to an independent foreign policy that is guided by Solomon Islands’ national interest, respects international law, promotes regional cooperation, and ensures that Parliament plays its proper oversight role in matters of national significance. For feedback, contact: irwin3angiki@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
独立小组建议政府考虑与其他双边伙伴建立类似于船员协议的海洋合作安排 作者:欧文·安吉基 独立小组建议大选政府考虑与中国建立类似于船员协议的海洋合作安排。 在昨天的声明中,独立小组表示,鉴于政府认为船员协议对国家有利,因此也应考虑其他可以帮助实现这一目标的双边伙伴。 “如果所罗门群岛认为船员协议是打击非法、未报告和不受管制的捕鱼、跨国犯罪、人口贩卖和毒品贩卖的有效机制,那么政府应该准备考虑与其他可信赖的伙伴达成类似的安排,以推动我们的国家利益。 “独立小组认为,政府还应考虑与中华人民共和国达成类似的海洋合作安排是否会补充我们现有的伙伴关系,并进一步增强所罗门群岛在太平洋最大的专属经济区内的执法能力,”声明中说。 独立小组昨天发布声明,解释其对最近签署的所罗门群岛与美国之间的船员协议这一争议问题的立场,表示其主要关注点是议会在双边协议中的监督角色。 “我们之前的声明并不是针对船员协议本身的法律有效性或操作价值。我们主要关注的是议会对国际条约和协议的监督这一更广泛的宪法和治理原则,”独立小组表示。 “总理马修·韦尔公开表示,国际条约和协议应提交议会审议。这一承诺是在他对澳大利亚和新西兰的正式访问后作出的,标志着与前政府的做法的重要转变,后者通常将条约的谈判和签署视为仅由行政部门处理的事务,而不进行议会审查。 “独立小组欢迎并全力支持韦尔总理的这一承诺。这反映了大选联盟对更大透明度、问责制和民主治理的承诺。如果‘变革即将到来’不仅仅是一个口号,那么议会必须在审查对所罗门群岛具有法律、财务或战略影响的国际协议中发挥其应有的宪法角色,”声明中说。 7月28日,所罗门群岛在霍尼亚拉与美国签署了船员协议。 该协议基本上允许所罗门群岛的官员登船并跟随美国海岸警卫队的船只在所罗门群岛水域内寻找和逮捕非法、未报告和不受管制的捕鱼活动、跨国犯罪、人口贩卖和毒品贩卖。 签署后,反对派指责政府出卖所罗门群岛的主权,独立小组则批评政府缺乏透明度和议会监督。 政府为自己辩护,驳斥了这些指控,并重申该协议恰恰维护了所罗门群岛的主权。政府尚未确认是否会在签署后将此事提交议会。 两位所罗门群岛的知名学者,变革·阿克劳博士和乔·福科纳博士已公开支持船员协议维护所罗门群岛的主权。独立小组在昨天的声明中承认了这两位学者的贡献。 阿克劳是所罗门国立大学(SINU)副校长,国际公认的海洋法和海洋法专家,他表示,该协议通过确保地方官员对执法行动保留完全的权威和控制,增强了所罗门的主权。 他说,该协议作为一个经过验证的区域模型,12个其他太平洋国家成功地采用了美国的框架,而没有妨碍它们的独立。 福科纳是夏威夷大学马诺阿分校历史系的助理教授,专注于太平洋法律和历史,他表示,政府在未咨询议会的情况下签署协议并没有错误。 他将反对派的主权警告称为“法律上不成立”,认为批评者将政治焦虑与法律现实混淆在一起。 与此同时,独立小组表示,仍然致力于一项以所罗门群岛国家利益为指导的独立外交政策,尊重国际法,促进区域合作,并确保议会在国家重大事务中发挥适当的监督角色。 如需反馈,请联系:irwin3angiki@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
BY CHARLES STENNETT A Solomon Islands Parliamentary Delegation, led by the Speaker of the National Parliament, Patteson John Oti, participated in the Fourth Seminar for Parliamentarians from Pacific Island Countries, held in Beijing and Kunming, in China from July 21-27. The seminar brought together parliamentary leaders and officials from ten Pacific Island countries, namely Fiji, the Federated States of Micronesia, Kiribati, Nauru, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga and Vanuatu. A statement from the National Parliament of Solomon Islands media said the programme provided an important platform for dialogue on parliamentary cooperation, sustainable development and the exchange of legislative experiences between Pacific legislatures and the People’s Republic of China. It said the Beijing component of the programme, hosted by the National People’s Congress of China, focused on the role of legislatures in supporting green and low-carbon development, addressing climate change, promoting people-centered law-making, and strengthening evidence-based national development planning. The Kunming programme, hosted by the Yunnan Provincial People’s Congress, enabled delegates to observe community-based development initiatives and rural revitalization programmes. The statement said site visits were made to model villages which demonstrated the relationship between public consultation, legislative processes and the implementation of development policies at the community level. Speaker Oti noted that discussions in Beijing highlighted China’s approach to environmental sustainability, climate resilience and long-term development planning. “We gained a greater appreciation of the importance of integrating scientific research, evidence-based policy-making and long-term planning into national development. These are valuable experiences that contribute to informed dialogue as Solomon Islands continues to strengthen its own governance and development institutions.” Oti also acknowledged the opportunity to visit historical and cultural sites during the programme. “Our visits to China’s museums and heritage sites provided valuable historical perspectives on the country’s development journey and its transformation over several decades. It was an enriching experience that deepened our understanding of China’s history and development.” A member of the delegation, David Gina, MP stressed that the seminar was an opportunity to better understand China’s development experience. “The visit provided valuable perspectives on national development and offers useful lessons for countries such as Solomon Islands as we continue to pursue our own development priorities,” Gina said. Summarising the delegation’s observations, Speaker Oti highlighted four key lessons from the seminar: -Development policies should remain focused on improving the wellbeing of citizens. -Sustainable development is strengthened through scientific research, evidence and long-term planning. -Effective governance depends on coordinated implementation from the national to the community level. -Strong institutions and clear national development priorities are fundamental to achieving sustainable progress. The Solomon Islands delegation comprised Patteson John Oti, Speaker of the National Parliament; Mary Daniella Garu, Chairperson of the Environment and Conservation Committee; David Gina, Member of Parliamentary Committees; Wilson Orisi, Director of Parliamentary Committees; Greg Kinimete, Secretary to the Environment and Conservation Committee; and Madam Oti. For feedback, contact: charsstennett@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:查尔斯·斯特内特 所罗门群岛国会代表团由国会议长帕特森·约翰·奥提(Patteson John Oti)领导,参加了于7月21日至27日在中国北京和昆明举行的第四届太平洋岛国议员研讨会。 此次研讨会汇聚了来自斐济、密克罗尼西亚联邦、基里巴斯、瑙鲁、纽埃、巴布亚新几内亚、萨摩亚、所罗门群岛、汤加和瓦努阿图等十个太平洋岛国的议会领导人和官员。 所罗门群岛国会媒体发布的声明表示,该项目为太平洋立法机构与中华人民共和国之间的议会合作、可持续发展和立法经验交流提供了重要的平台。 声明指出,项目的北京部分由中国全国人民代表大会主办,重点讨论立法机构在支持绿色和低碳发展、应对气候变化、促进以人为本的立法和加强基于证据的国家发展规划中的作用。 昆明的项目由云南省人民代表大会主办,使代表们能够观察基于社区的发展倡议和乡村振兴项目。 声明表示,代表团参观了示范村,展示了公众咨询、立法过程与社区层面发展政策实施之间的关系。 奥提议长指出,北京的讨论突显了中国在环境可持续性、气候韧性和长期发展规划方面的方法。 “我们更加认识到将科学研究、基于证据的政策制定和长期规划融入国家发展的重要性。这些宝贵的经验为所罗门群岛在加强自身治理和发展机构的过程中提供了有益的对话基础。” 奥提还承认在项目期间参观历史和文化遗址的机会。 “我们对中国博物馆和遗产地的访问提供了关于该国发展历程和数十年转型的宝贵历史视角。这是一次丰富的经历,加深了我们对中国历史和发展的理解。” 代表团成员、大卫·吉纳(David Gina)议员强调,研讨会是更好理解中国发展经验的机会。 “此次访问为国家发展提供了宝贵的视角,并为像所罗门群岛这样的国家在继续追求自身发展优先事项时提供了有用的经验教训,”吉纳说。 总结代表团的观察,奥提议长强调了研讨会的四个关键教训: - 发展政策应始终关注改善公民的福祉。 - 可持续发展通过科学研究、证据和长期规划得到加强。 - 有效治理依赖于从国家到社区层面的协调实施。 - 强大的机构和明确的国家发展优先事项是实现可持续进步的基础。 所罗门群岛代表团成员包括:国会议长帕特森·约翰·奥提(Patteson John Oti);环境与保护委员会主席玛丽·达尼埃拉·加鲁(Mary Daniella Garu);议会委员会成员大卫·吉纳(David Gina);议会委员会主任威尔逊·奥里西(Wilson Orisi);环境与保护委员会秘书格雷格·基尼梅特(Greg Kinimete);以及奥提女士。 反馈请联系:charsstennett@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
August 2026 Climate Outlook The latest Climate Outlook according to Solomon Islands Meteorological Services indicates that most parts of the Solomon Islands are more likely to experience below-normal rainfall during August 2026. This outlook is consistent with the ongoing El Niño, which continues to influence weather patterns across the Pacific by increasing the likelihood of drier-than-normal conditions. Communities are encouraged to: ☄️Use water wisely and conserve available supplies. 🍆Plan farming activities carefully and consider moisture conservation practices. 🔥Stay alert to the increased risk of bushfires and prolonged dry conditions. 🌦️Keep updated with the latest weather, marine forecasts, and climate advisories issued by SIMS. While this outlook reflects the most likely rainfall pattern for August, weather conditions can still vary from place to place. Continue to monitor official updates from the Solomon Islands Meteorological Services for the latest forecasts and warnings. Diagram supplied by Met Service
2026年8月气候展望 根据所罗门群岛气象服务局的最新气候展望,所罗门群岛大部分地区在2026年8月更可能经历低于正常水平的降雨。 这一展望与持续的厄尔尼诺现象一致,厄尔尼诺现象继续通过增加干燥条件的可能性来影响整个太平洋的天气模式。 鼓励社区: ☄️明智用水,节约可用水源。 🍆仔细规划农业活动,考虑水分保护措施。 🔥保持警惕,注意丛林火灾和持续干旱条件的风险增加。 🌦️关注所罗门群岛气象服务局发布的最新天气、海洋预报和气候建议。 虽然这一展望反映了2026年8月最可能的降雨模式,但天气条件仍可能因地而异。 请继续关注所罗门群岛气象服务局的官方更新,以获取最新的预报和警告。 图表由气象服务局提供
Protection from unwanted logging: Lukulobere Tribe celebrate official protected area status for their forest The Babatana Rainforest Conservation Project has yet another protected area under its fold as the Lukulobere Tribe celebrates the official declaration of 563 hectares of forest this week. The declaration event was held in Honiara on 29 July, with a community event in Choiseul to follow. Chief Jeffrey Damusoe Sipuda said this moment “means a lot when reflecting back on our challenges but, finally, we succeeded. “This milestone has made us secure and protects our land and resources from outside threats for our future generations”. Lukulobere’s story towards conservation has been rocked by very real logging threats along the way. As recently as July 2024, a logging company entered Lukulobere’s forests and started logging operations against the wishes of the landowners who disputed the validity of the logging concession. Young rangers from Lukulobere camped along the boundary for weeks to try and stop them. But ultimately the logging machines crossed. However, opposition by the landowning tribe led to a high court case and logging operations eventually withdrew from Lukulobere’s land, though not before clearing about 30 hectares of rainforest. Local Lukulobere advocate Emily Qoloni was key in working with her local government to stop the logging. “We keep on fighting to save our land—we don’t want logging. It means a lot to me and my tribe that our forest is now legally protected and conserved from unwanted development,” she says. “Our forest continues to remain intact as it is the source of our livelihood. Our forest is the store where we get our traditional medicine and food.” To have the forest legally protected under Solomon Islands Protected Area Act is a big moment for Lukulobere and the forest. They’ve been supported in their journey by the Lauru Land Conference of Tribal Communities, an Indigenous organisation owned by people of Choiseul and which looks after the affairs of Choiseul people advocating for sustainable environmental practices, forest management and culture. General Secretary of the land council, McClean Biliki, says: “We celebrate the Lukulobere Tribe’s protected area declaration—a vital commitment to preserving the forests, the water and the cultural identity that sustains their community and tribe.” Lukulobere are also supported by the Natural Resources Development Foundation (NRDF), Nakau, and the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. And they received critical development support from Bread for the World and GIZ from 2023–2025 NRDF Project Coordinator Fred Tabepuda says that” although NRDF and partners are part of this journey in achieving this milestone, it’s the tribal resilience and commitment which is extraordinary. Lukulobere deserves this moment.” - NRDF/NAKAU
保护免受不必要的伐木:卢库洛贝尔部落 庆祝其森林的官方保护区地位 巴巴塔纳雨林保护项目又新增了一个保护区,卢库洛贝尔部落本周庆祝563公顷森林的官方宣告。 宣告活动于7月29日在霍尼亚拉举行,随后在乔伊索举行了社区活动。 首领杰弗里·达穆索·西普达表示,这一时刻“在回顾我们的挑战时意义重大,但最终我们成功了。 “这一里程碑使我们感到安全,保护我们的土地和资源免受外部威胁,为我们的后代着想。” 卢库洛贝尔在保护方面的故事一路上受到真实的伐木威胁的冲击。 就在2024年7月,一家伐木公司进入卢库洛贝尔的森林,开始了伐木作业,违背了土地所有者的意愿,后者对伐木特许权的有效性提出了质疑。 卢库洛贝尔的年轻护林员在边界露营了数周,试图阻止他们。但最终,伐木机器还是越过了边界。 然而,土地所有部落的反对导致了一场高等法院案件,伐木作业最终从卢库洛贝尔的土地撤回,尽管在此之前已经清理了约30公顷的雨林。 当地卢库洛贝尔倡导者艾米莉·科洛尼在与当地政府合作以阻止伐木方面发挥了关键作用。 “我们继续为保护我们的土地而奋斗——我们不想要伐木。这对我和我的部落来说意义重大,因为我们的森林现在得到了法律保护,免受不必要的开发,”她说。 “我们的森林依然完好无损,因为它是我们生计的来源。我们的森林是我们获取传统药材和食物的宝库。” 根据所罗门群岛保护区法案,森林获得法律保护对卢库洛贝尔和森林来说是一个重要时刻。 在他们的旅程中,他们得到了劳鲁土地会议(Lauru Land Conference of Tribal Communities)的支持,这是一个由乔伊索人民拥有的土著组织,负责照顾乔伊索人民的事务,倡导可持续的环境实践、森林管理和文化。 土地委员会秘书长麦克林·比利基表示:“我们庆祝卢库洛贝尔部落的保护区宣告——这是对保护森林、水源和维持其社区和部落文化身份的重要承诺。” 卢库洛贝尔还得到了自然资源发展基金会(NRDF)、Nakau和新西兰外交和贸易部的支持。他们在2023年至2025年期间还获得了来自世界面包(Bread for the World)和德国国际合作机构(GIZ)的关键发展支持。 NRDF项目协调员弗雷德·塔贝普达表示:“尽管NRDF和合作伙伴在实现这一里程碑的旅程中扮演了角色,但部落的韧性和承诺是非凡的。卢库洛贝尔值得拥有这一时刻。”
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Strong Wind Warning Remains in Force Across Solomon Islands Waters The Solomon Islands Meteorological Service (SIMS) has maintained its Strong Wind Warning for all waters of Solomon Islands, with hazardous marine conditions expected to continue. In Warning Number 108, issued at 7:00am today, Wednesday, 29 July 2026, SIMS said a trough lies north of the country while a general southeast trade wind flow continues to affect the islands. Southeasterly winds of 15 to 25 knots are expected across all Solomon Islands waters. Seas are forecast to be moderate to rough, with southeast swells reaching up to 2.5 metres. Poor visibility is also expected in areas affected by showers and thunderstorms. The Meteorological Service is urging the public to take precautionary measures, warning that the strong winds could impact lives and property. Sea travellers, particularly those operating small boats, are advised to exercise extreme caution as dangerous wave conditions may pose a serious risk. SIMS has also encouraged the public to share the warning with people living with disabilities. The next Strong Wind Warning is scheduled to be issued at 4:00pm today.
所罗门群岛水域强风警告仍在生效 所罗门群岛气象局(SIMS)已维持对所有所罗门群岛水域的强风警告,预计危险的海洋条件将持续。 在今天2026年7月29日(星期三)上午7:00发布的警告编号108中,SIMS表示,低压槽位于该国北部,而一般的东南贸易风流继续影响这些岛屿。 预计所有所罗门群岛水域将出现15到25节的东南风。海面预计将中等到波涛汹涌,东南浪高可达2.5米。 在受到降雨和雷暴影响的地区,能见度也预计较差。 气象局呼吁公众采取预防措施,警告强风可能影响生命和财产。 海上旅行者,特别是操作小船的人员,被建议要格外小心,因为危险的波浪条件可能构成严重风险。 SIMS还鼓励公众与残疾人士分享这一警告。 下一个强风警告预计将在今天下午4:00发布。
BY BEN BILUA Gizo SAVE the Children Solomon Islands has officially launched the second phase of the Solomon Islands Endim Vaelens Againstem Pikinini (SIEVAP) project in Western Province, marking the beginning of a renewed five-year commitment to strengthen child protection across the country. The launch was held at Imagination Island Resort and attended by officials from the Western Provincial Government, youth leaders, church representatives and community leaders. The project is funded by the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) through its Negotiated Partnerships with Save the Children New Zealand, World Vision New Zealand and ChildFund New Zealand. Speaking during the launch, Save the Children Solomon Islands Lead Advocacy Officer, Fredrick Seni, said the project is built on a simple but powerful understanding which is to address social norms that encourage violence against children. He said the project will help advocate against forced marriage, early marriage, legal gaps and at the same time educate people. Seni said addressing these issues requires both stronger legal frameworks and social change that empowers children, families and communities to become champions for children’s rights. “Over the next five years, the project will work from the community level through to provincial and national governments to strengthen child protection systems, promote meaningful child participation and influence laws, policies and social norms affecting children’s lives. “One of the project’s key priorities is strengthening the coalition of child protection organisations to improve coordination, generate evidence and advocate with one unified voice on child protection issues,” he said. Seni said technical support will also be provided to the Law Reform Commission and the Attorney General’s Chambers to help strengthen child protection legislation, including reforms to establish 18 years as the minimum legal age of marriage across all legal frameworks. He said the project will help communities align local by-laws with national legislation and educate the public about children’s rights, enabling communities to understand, accept and effectively implement legal reforms. Seni emphasised that children must not only benefit from change but also play an active role in shaping new understanding. “As part of this commitment, SIEVAP will strengthen children’s participation by establishing and supporting the National Child Participation Committee, facilitating dialogues between children and Members of Parliament, organising government-child roundtable discussions and enabling children and young people to participate in provincial, national and regional advocacy platforms,” he said. Seni said community-based Child Advocacy Committees and youth groups will also receive training, mentoring and small grants to lead awareness campaigns and advocacy initiatives within their own communities. He said these investments will equip children and young people with the confidence, knowledge and opportunities to influence decisions affecting their lives while challenging harmful attitudes and practices that place children at risk. Seni said the project’s interconnected approach aims to create an enabling environment where stronger laws protect children, communities actively prevent violence and children and young people are recognised as valued partners in building a safer, more inclusive Solomon Islands. The second phase of SIEVAP will be jointly implemented by Save the Children Solomon Islands, World Vision Solomon Islands and ChildFund Solomon Islands in partnership with government ministries, provincial governments, churches, communities and children themselves. The programme will run from 2026 to 2031. For feedback, contact: maetuana777@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:本·比卢亚 吉佐 拯救儿童所罗门群岛(Save the Children Solomon Islands)正式启动了所罗门群岛儿童保护项目(Solomon Islands Endim Vaelens Againstem Pikinini,SIEVAP)第二阶段,标志着在全国范围内加强儿童保护的五年新承诺的开始。 启动仪式在想象岛度假村(Imagination Island Resort)举行,出席的有西部省政府官员、青年领袖、教会代表和社区领袖。 该项目由新西兰外交和贸易部(Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade,MFAT)资助,通过与新西兰拯救儿童(Save the Children New Zealand)、新西兰世界愿景(World Vision New Zealand)和新西兰儿童基金(ChildFund New Zealand)的谈判伙伴关系进行支持。 在启动仪式上,拯救儿童所罗门群岛首席倡导官弗雷德里克·塞尼(Fredrick Seni)表示,该项目建立在一个简单但强有力的理解之上,即解决鼓励对儿童施加暴力的社会规范。 他说,该项目将帮助倡导反对强迫婚姻、早婚、法律空白,同时进行公众教育。 塞尼表示,解决这些问题需要更强的法律框架和社会变革,以赋权儿童、家庭和社区,成为儿童权利的倡导者。 “在接下来的五年中,该项目将从社区层面到省级和国家政府,致力于加强儿童保护系统,促进儿童的有意义参与,并影响影响儿童生活的法律、政策和社会规范。 “该项目的一个关键优先事项是加强儿童保护组织的联盟,以改善协调,产生证据,并以统一的声音倡导儿童保护问题,”他说。 塞尼表示,还将向法律改革委员会和总检察长办公室提供技术支持,以帮助加强儿童保护立法,包括改革以在所有法律框架中将18岁确立为最低法定婚龄。 他说,该项目将帮助社区使地方条例与国家立法保持一致,并教育公众关于儿童权利,使社区能够理解、接受并有效实施法律改革。 塞尼强调,儿童不仅要从变革中受益,还要在塑造新理解中发挥积极作用。 “作为这一承诺的一部分,SIEVAP将通过建立和支持国家儿童参与委员会,促进儿童与国会议员之间的对话,组织政府与儿童的圆桌讨论,并使儿童和年轻人能够参与省级、国家和区域的倡导平台,来加强儿童的参与,”他说。 塞尼表示,社区基础的儿童倡导委员会和青年团体也将接受培训、指导和小额资助,以在各自社区内领导宣传活动和倡导倡议。 他说,这些投资将使儿童和年轻人具备信心、知识和机会,影响影响他们生活的决策,同时挑战将儿童置于风险中的有害态度和做法。 塞尼表示,该项目的互联方法旨在创造一个有利环境,使更强的法律保护儿童,社区积极预防暴力,儿童和年轻人被视为建设一个更安全、更具包容性的所罗门群岛的宝贵伙伴。 SIEVAP第二阶段将由拯救儿童所罗门群岛、世界愿景所罗门群岛和儿童基金所罗门群岛共同实施,并与政府部门、省政府、教会、社区和儿童本身合作。 该项目将于2026年至2031年间运行。 反馈请联系:maetuana777@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
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BY TONY IROGA Two representatives from the Solomon Islands National University (SINU) showcased the country’s climate innovation and research during the Pacific Islands Innovation Forum on Climate and Environment (PIFCE), held from June 27 to July 3, in Vanuatu, SINU said yesterday. Assistant Lecturer in GIS and Remote Sensing, Steve Tahunipue, and final-year Bachelor of Environment Studies student, Philip Bero, represented SINU at the regional forum, which brought together Pacific universities, scientists, policymakers and innovators to discuss climate resilience and sustainable development. The forum was held under the theme, “Innovation in Academia: The Role of Pacific National Universities in Building Climate and Environmental Leaders”. Speaking during the forum, Mr Tahunipue said Pacific universities have a greater responsibility than simply teaching climate science. “Pacific universities must not only teach climate science but also demonstrate climate leadership by integrating traditional ecological knowledge into policies, strengthening regional research networks, developing shared curricula, and building long-term partnerships beyond donor-funded initiatives,” he said. He said four key areas to strengthen climate education across the Pacific include; stronger regional research collaboration, promoting traditional ecological knowledge, expanding student exchange opportunities, and increasing youth and community participation through citizen science and practical conservation activities such as mangrove restoration. Meanwhile, Mr Bero presented a research poster on combining traditional knowledge with remote sensing technology for weather prediction and community resilience in Lokuru, Rendova Island. Following his presentation, he was selected to serve on the Pacific Islands Universities Supervisors Panel. Mr Bero said climate studies must address the everyday challenges facing Pacific communities. “Climate and environmental studies must be connected to real-world challenges, including pollution, sea-level rise and food security, while respecting Pacific cultures and indigenous knowledge,” he said. He also said climate education should reach beyond universities to schools, vocational institutions, communities and church programmes so climate awareness becomes part of everyday life. During the forum’s innovation challenge, Mr Bero teamed up with students from Samoa, Tonga, Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu to develop a mobile application that provides early warning alerts for natural hazards. The project won the People’s Choice Award during the pitching competition held on July 2, with each team member receiving an Android smartphone in recognition of their achievement. SINU said the participation of Mr Tahunipue and Mr Bero reflects the university’s ongoing commitment to promote climate leadership, sustainable development and inclusive education in the Pacific. For feedback, contact: tonyiroga8@gmail.com Editor: irwin3angiki@gmail.com
作者:托尼·伊罗加 所罗门群岛国立大学(SINU)的两名代表在6月27日至7月3日在瓦努阿图举行的太平洋岛国气候与环境创新论坛(PIFCE)上展示了该国的气候创新和研究,SINU昨日表示。 地理信息系统与遥感助理讲师史蒂夫·塔胡尼普(Steve Tahunipue)和环境研究专业的最后一年本科生菲利普·贝罗(Philip Bero)代表SINU参加了此次区域论坛,论坛汇聚了太平洋地区的大学、科学家、政策制定者和创新者,共同讨论气候韧性和可持续发展。 论坛以“学术创新:太平洋国立大学在培养气候与环境领导者中的角色”为主题。 塔胡尼普在论坛上发言时表示,太平洋大学的责任不仅仅是教授气候科学。 “太平洋大学不仅要教授气候科学,还要通过将传统生态知识融入政策、加强区域研究网络、开发共享课程以及建立超越捐助者资助倡议的长期伙伴关系,来展示气候领导力,”他说。 他指出,增强太平洋地区气候教育的四个关键领域包括:加强区域研究合作、推广传统生态知识、扩大学生交流机会,以及通过公民科学和实际保护活动(如红树林恢复)增加青年和社区参与。 与此同时,贝罗展示了一项研究海报,内容是将传统知识与遥感技术结合用于天气预测和洛库鲁(Lokuru)社区的韧性。 在他的展示后,他被选为太平洋岛国大学监督小组成员。 贝罗表示,气候研究必须解决太平洋社区面临的日常挑战。 “气候与环境研究必须与现实世界的挑战相连接,包括污染、海平面上升和粮食安全,同时尊重太平洋文化和土著知识,”他说。 他还表示,气候教育应超越大学,覆盖学校、职业机构、社区和教会项目,使气候意识成为日常生活的一部分。 在论坛的创新挑战中,贝罗与来自萨摩亚、汤加、巴布亚新几内亚和瓦努阿图的学生合作开发了一款提供自然灾害预警的移动应用程序。 该项目在7月2日的推介比赛中获得了观众选择奖,每位团队成员都获得了一部安卓智能手机以表彰他们的成就。 SINU表示,塔胡尼普和贝罗的参与反映了该大学在促进气候领导力、可持续发展和包容性教育方面的持续承诺。 如需反馈,请联系:tonyiroga8@gmail.com 编辑:irwin3angiki@gmail.com
Environment Ministry advances legislative reform through continued consultations Honiara, 23 July 2026: The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM) held its second consultation with the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) Legislative and Policy Cabinet Sub-Committee on Tuesday, 22 July 2026. The consultations are intended to support the Ministry in fast-tracking its legislative agenda in line with the GREAT Coalition Government’s policy priorities. The reforms aim to modernise the Ministry’s legal and policy frameworks, strengthen institutional systems, and improve the country’s capacity to address climate change, environmental management, disaster risk reduction, and sustainable development. Sub-Committee Chairman, Mr Francis Waleanisia, expressed satisfaction with the progress made. “I am pleased with the outcomes of today’s meeting. We are making steady progress towards achieving the GREAT Coalition Government’s key policy objectives,” Mr Waleanisia said. “While there is still much work to be done, it is clear that changing circumstances require significant improvements to our legislative framework, enforcement and monitoring systems, disaster preparedness, and implementation arrangements.” Mr Waleanisia emphasised that climate change remains one of the most pressing challenges facing the Solomon Islands, particularly for vulnerable low-lying coastal communities. He said strengthening the country’s legal and policy framework is essential not only to improve national preparedness and response, but also to position Solomon Islands to better access international climate finance and support. Mr Waleanisia also commended the Ministry for its commitment and the seriousness with which it is advancing its reform programme. -END-
环境部通过持续咨询推进立法改革 霍尼亚拉,2026年7月23日:环境、气候变化、灾害管理和气象部(MECDM)于2026年7月22日星期二与总理办公室(PMO)立法和政策内阁小组委员会进行了第二次咨询。 此次咨询旨在支持该部加快其立法议程,以符合伟大联盟政府的政策优先事项。 改革旨在现代化该部的法律和政策框架,加强制度体系,提高国家应对气候变化、环境管理、灾害风险降低和可持续发展的能力。 小组委员会主席弗朗西斯·瓦莱安尼西亚(Mr Francis Waleanisia)对取得的进展表示满意。 “我对今天会议的结果感到高兴。我们在实现伟大联盟政府的关键政策目标方面稳步推进,”瓦莱安尼西亚先生说。 “虽然仍有许多工作要做,但显然,变化的环境需要对我们的立法框架、执法和监测系统、灾害准备和实施安排进行重大改善。” 瓦莱安尼西亚先生强调,气候变化仍然是所罗门群岛面临的最紧迫挑战之一,尤其是对脆弱的低洼沿海社区。 他说,加强国家的法律和政策框架不仅对改善国家的准备和响应至关重要,还能使所罗门群岛更好地获得国际气候融资和支持。 瓦莱安尼西亚先生还赞扬了该部的承诺以及推进改革计划的严肃态度。 -结束-
