Solomon Islands

Country Solomon Islands
Capital Honiara
Continent Australia-Oceania
Currency Solomon Islands dollar(SBD)
Languages English

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The UK established a protectorate over the Solomon Islands in the 1890s. Some of the most bitter fighting of World War II occurred on this archipelago. Self-government was achieved in 1976 and independence two years later. Ethnic violence, government malfeasance, and endemic crime have undermined stability and civil society. In June 2003, then Prime Minister Sir Allan KEMAKEZA sought the assistance of Australia in reestablishing law and order; the following month, an Australian-led multinational force arrived to restore peace and disarm ethnic militias. The Regional Assistance Mission to the Solomon Islands (RAMSI) has generally been effective in restoring law and order and rebuilding government institutions.

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Solomon Islands - Wikipedia
Solomon Islands - CIA World Fact Book
Solomon Islands - BBC
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Controversy as Solomon Islands freezes out all Pacific Islands Forum partners - South China Morning PostControversy as Solomon Islands freezes out all Pacific Islands Forum partners  South China Morning Post

From Fiji to the Solomon Islands: Young Anglican joins advocacy voyage for ocean protection - Anglican Communion News ServiceFrom Fiji to the Solomon Islands: Young Anglican joins advocacy voyage for ocean protection  Anglican Communion News Service

Solomon Islands launch organisation to protect musicians’ intellectual property - UNESCOSolomon Islands launch organisation to protect musicians’ intellectual property  UNESCO

‘I couldn’t watch the forests vanish’: the man restoring Solomon Islands’ vital mangroves - The Guardian‘I couldn’t watch the forests vanish’: the man restoring Solomon Islands’ vital mangroves  The Guardian

Solomon Islands National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Solomon Islands National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Solomon Water to highlight challenges during upcoming Water Conference - Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)Solomon Water to highlight challenges during upcoming Water Conference  Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)

World's largest coral found near Solomon Islands: Scientists - The HinduWorld's largest coral found near Solomon Islands: Scientists  The Hindu

Solomon Islands blocks US, China, Taiwan from Pacific's top political meet - ReutersSolomon Islands blocks US, China, Taiwan from Pacific's top political meet  Reuters

Taiwan calls exclusion from Pacific Islands Forum 'regrettable' - Focus TaiwanTaiwan calls exclusion from Pacific Islands Forum 'regrettable'  Focus Taiwan

Bringing light to life: Transforming health care in Solomon Islands through solar power - World Health Organization (WHO)Bringing light to life: Transforming health care in Solomon Islands through solar power  World Health Organization (WHO)

Solomon Islands: Rising Seas Force Relocation - Human Rights WatchSolomon Islands: Rising Seas Force Relocation  Human Rights Watch

Empowering women by strengthening digital security in the Solomon Islands - UN Women Asia and the PacificEmpowering women by strengthening digital security in the Solomon Islands  UN Women Asia and the Pacific

Antarctica, Solomon Islands, And Japan Set to Shine as Swan Hellenic And Ensemble Team Up To Elevate Exclusive Expedition Cruises - Travel And Tour WorldAntarctica, Solomon Islands, And Japan Set to Shine as Swan Hellenic And Ensemble Team Up To Elevate Exclusive Expedition Cruises  Travel And Tour World

Solomon’s Island - The Atavist MagazineSolomon’s Island  The Atavist Magazine

Uto carries Pacific hopes - Islands BusinessUto carries Pacific hopes  Islands Business

Shipments of nickel ore from the Solomon Islands - gard.noShipments of nickel ore from the Solomon Islands  gard.no

Liquefaction alert: Nickel ore in the Solomon Islands - skuld.comLiquefaction alert: Nickel ore in the Solomon Islands  skuld.com

China’s BRI and Solomon Islands: Pacific Perspective - Modern DiplomacyChina’s BRI and Solomon Islands: Pacific Perspective  Modern Diplomacy

Hope at every step: Diabetes and diabetic foot care in Solomon Islands - World Health Organization (WHO)Hope at every step: Diabetes and diabetic foot care in Solomon Islands  World Health Organization (WHO)

Solomon Islands health facilitators strengthen regional fight against diabetes - World Health Organization (WHO)Solomon Islands health facilitators strengthen regional fight against diabetes  World Health Organization (WHO)

Solomon Islands chase FIFA U-17 World Cup appearance - Australian Broadcasting CorporationSolomon Islands chase FIFA U-17 World Cup appearance  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Solomon Islands freezes out Taipei, Beijing, Washington – and all other PIF partners - MSNSolomon Islands freezes out Taipei, Beijing, Washington – and all other PIF partners  MSN

54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting - SDG Knowledge Hub54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting  SDG Knowledge Hub

Solomon Islands Case Study | Climate Refugees - Othering & Belonging InstituteSolomon Islands Case Study | Climate Refugees  Othering & Belonging Institute

Building Confidence, Boosting Growth: Digital and Financial Literacy in Solomon Islands - UNDPBuilding Confidence, Boosting Growth: Digital and Financial Literacy in Solomon Islands  UNDP

Solomon Islands hosts knowledge-building workshop on women, peace and security - UN Women Asia and the PacificSolomon Islands hosts knowledge-building workshop on women, peace and security  UN Women Asia and the Pacific

Solomon Islands propose lifting legal marriage age to 18 - ABC Pacific - Australian Broadcasting CorporationSolomon Islands propose lifting legal marriage age to 18 - ABC Pacific  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

New Zealand draw group game at OFC U-16 Men’s Championship - Friends of FootballNew Zealand draw group game at OFC U-16 Men’s Championship  Friends of Football

ADB Boosts Support for Solomon Islands to Develop Climate-Resilient Water, Sanitation - Asian Development BankADB Boosts Support for Solomon Islands to Develop Climate-Resilient Water, Sanitation  Asian Development Bank

Australia to boost support for Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in Solomon Islands - Australian Minister for Foreign AffairsAustralia to boost support for Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in Solomon Islands  Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs

How to spend the ultimate week in the Solomon Islands - Lonely PlanetHow to spend the ultimate week in the Solomon Islands  Lonely Planet

Solomon Islands keep semi-final hopes alive with win over Samoa - Oceania Football ConfederationSolomon Islands keep semi-final hopes alive with win over Samoa  Oceania Football Confederation

MRF-D joins U.S. Ambassador, Solomon Islands Government to honor Allied sacrifice for 83rd Battle of Guadalcanal Anniversary - DVIDSMRF-D joins U.S. Ambassador, Solomon Islands Government to honor Allied sacrifice for 83rd Battle of Guadalcanal Anniversary  DVIDS

Solomon Islands referee earns FIFA U-17 Men’s World Cup call-up - Oceania Football ConfederationSolomon Islands referee earns FIFA U-17 Men’s World Cup call-up  Oceania Football Confederation

Bursting the Solomon Islands stability bubble - Lowy InstituteBursting the Solomon Islands stability bubble  Lowy Institute

Solomon Islands takes a whole-of-nation approach to tackle rising child protection challenges - UnicefSolomon Islands takes a whole-of-nation approach to tackle rising child protection challenges  Unicef

Digital 2025: The Solomon Islands - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: The Solomon Islands  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Solomon Islands PM Avoids No Confidence Vote, But Is Potentially Weakened - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineSolomon Islands PM Avoids No Confidence Vote, But Is Potentially Weakened  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

PNG will continue to support the Solomon Islands: Marape - The National | Your Number One Daily!PNG will continue to support the Solomon Islands: Marape  The National | Your Number One Daily!

New Caledonia stun hosts with second-half comeback in Group B thriller - Oceania Football ConfederationNew Caledonia stun hosts with second-half comeback in Group B thriller  Oceania Football Confederation

New Discovery: Largest Coral in the World Found in the Solomon Islands - National Geographic Society NewsroomNew Discovery: Largest Coral in the World Found in the Solomon Islands  National Geographic Society Newsroom

Australia deepens engagement in Solomon Islands amid geopolitical tensions - Indo-Pacific Defense FORUMAustralia deepens engagement in Solomon Islands amid geopolitical tensions  Indo-Pacific Defense FORUM

Solomon Islands: Improving Rural Health Services, Investing in Systems - World BankSolomon Islands: Improving Rural Health Services, Investing in Systems  World Bank

OFC U-16 Men’s Championship 2025 kicks off with stalemate between Cook Islands and Papua New Guinea - Oceania Football ConfederationOFC U-16 Men’s Championship 2025 kicks off with stalemate between Cook Islands and Papua New Guinea  Oceania Football Confederation

Solomon Islands says China not influencing diplomatic decisions - Space DailySolomon Islands says China not influencing diplomatic decisions  Space Daily

Solomon Islands enhances national emergency workforce capabilities with a multisectoral approach - World Health Organization (WHO)Solomon Islands enhances national emergency workforce capabilities with a multisectoral approach  World Health Organization (WHO)

Democracy and debt shape the Solomon Islands’ future - East Asia ForumDemocracy and debt shape the Solomon Islands’ future  East Asia Forum

New leaders face old problems in Solomon Islands - East Asia ForumNew leaders face old problems in Solomon Islands  East Asia Forum

“There’s Just No More Land” - Human Rights Watch“There’s Just No More Land”  Human Rights Watch

Grant Assistance to Solomon Islands: Signing and Exchange of Notes on “the Project for the Improvement of Kilu’ufi Hospital” - mofa.go.jpGrant Assistance to Solomon Islands: Signing and Exchange of Notes on “the Project for the Improvement of Kilu’ufi Hospital”  mofa.go.jp

MRF-D joins U.S. Ambassador, Solomon Islands Government to honor Allied sacrifice for 83rd - marines.milMRF-D joins U.S. Ambassador, Solomon Islands Government to honor Allied sacrifice for 83rd  marines.mil

Using the One Health approach to fight antimicrobial resistance in Solomon Islands - World Health Organization (WHO)Using the One Health approach to fight antimicrobial resistance in Solomon Islands  World Health Organization (WHO)

Solomon Islands - General DebateSolomon Islands  General Debate

Tuvalu reportedly considering pulling out of Pacific leaders’ summit; ‘hyping Taiwan question does not align with perception of most PICs’ - Global TimesTuvalu reportedly considering pulling out of Pacific leaders’ summit; ‘hyping Taiwan question does not align with perception of most PICs’  Global Times

Australia targets local workers - Islands BusinessAustralia targets local workers  Islands Business

Tuvalu considers pulling out of Pacific leaders’ summit amid China-linked power struggle - The GuardianTuvalu considers pulling out of Pacific leaders’ summit amid China-linked power struggle  The Guardian

Solomon Islands landowners seek compensation over catastrophic oil spill - The GuardianSolomon Islands landowners seek compensation over catastrophic oil spill  The Guardian

World’s largest coral found in the Pacific near Solomon Islands - BBCWorld’s largest coral found in the Pacific near Solomon Islands  BBC

Solomon Islands moves to improve Legal Acquisition Findings for international wildlife trade - CITESSolomon Islands moves to improve Legal Acquisition Findings for international wildlife trade  CITES

AMOS RD Project to Transform Weather Monitoring in Solomon Islands - UNDPAMOS RD Project to Transform Weather Monitoring in Solomon Islands  UNDP

Switzerland envoy presents credentials - Solomon Star NewsSwitzerland envoy presents credentials  Solomon Star News

Solomon Islands Ministry of Health and Medical Services paves the way for digital health transformation - World Health Organization (WHO)Solomon Islands Ministry of Health and Medical Services paves the way for digital health transformation  World Health Organization (WHO)

How Solomon Islands’ Donor-Funded Water Plant Became a Costly Failure - Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project | OCCRPHow Solomon Islands’ Donor-Funded Water Plant Became a Costly Failure  Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project | OCCRP

Empowering Solomon Islands Market Vendor Leaders Through Hands-On Value Addition Training - UNDPEmpowering Solomon Islands Market Vendor Leaders Through Hands-On Value Addition Training  UNDP

The case to keep guns out of police hands in Solomon Islands - Lowy InstituteThe case to keep guns out of police hands in Solomon Islands  Lowy Institute

Solomon Islands observes NZ Parliament Scrutiny Week - parliament.nzSolomon Islands observes NZ Parliament Scrutiny Week  parliament.nz

Agri-Business Incubation Centre Launched in Honiara - Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)Agri-Business Incubation Centre Launched in Honiara  Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)

World’s largest known coral discovered in Solomon Islands - The GuardianWorld’s largest known coral discovered in Solomon Islands  The Guardian

World’s largest coral discovered in Pacific near Solomon Islands - Al JazeeraWorld’s largest coral discovered in Pacific near Solomon Islands  Al Jazeera

Solomon Islands Prime Minister meets with PNG Governor-General - Post CourierSolomon Islands Prime Minister meets with PNG Governor-General  Post Courier

Australia boosts police support for Solomon Islands amid rivalry with China - ReutersAustralia boosts police support for Solomon Islands amid rivalry with China  Reuters

Solomon Islands defends blocking multiple leaders from Pacific Islands Forum - Australian Broadcasting CorporationSolomon Islands defends blocking multiple leaders from Pacific Islands Forum  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

UNH Researchers Help Find WWII Shipwrecks in Solomon Islands - University of New HampshireUNH Researchers Help Find WWII Shipwrecks in Solomon Islands  University of New Hampshire

Tuvalu’s Forum threat - Islands BusinessTuvalu’s Forum threat  Islands Business

Grant Assistance to Solomon Islands: Signing and Exchange of Notes on “the Project for Nutrition Improvement through the School Meals in Isabel and Western Provinces” - mofa.go.jpGrant Assistance to Solomon Islands: Signing and Exchange of Notes on “the Project for Nutrition Improvement through the School Meals in Isabel and Western Provinces”  mofa.go.jp

Erasing Taiwan: Implications of a Growing China-Solomon Islands Partnership - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineErasing Taiwan: Implications of a Growing China-Solomon Islands Partnership  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Solomon Islands: Strengthening Emergency Preparedness and Response through optimised Supply Chains - World Food ProgrammeSolomon Islands: Strengthening Emergency Preparedness and Response through optimised Supply Chains  World Food Programme

SICCI Commends Minister Ricky Fuo’o for Championing Local Content in Infrastructure Development - Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)SICCI Commends Minister Ricky Fuo’o for Championing Local Content in Infrastructure Development  Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)

A life-sustaining embrace: Giving Solomon Islands newborns the strongest start in life - World Health Organization (WHO)A life-sustaining embrace: Giving Solomon Islands newborns the strongest start in life  World Health Organization (WHO)

22 years after RAMSI, Solomon Islands social, political fractures persist - The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary site22 years after RAMSI, Solomon Islands social, political fractures persist  The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary site

UNDP Initiative in Solomon Islands Encourages Public Finance Innovation - UNDPUNDP Initiative in Solomon Islands Encourages Public Finance Innovation  UNDP

PACIFIC INFRASTRUCTURE CONFERENCE AIMS TO DELIVER MORE RESILIENT, LOCALLY-BUILT INFRASTRUCTURE FOR SOLOMON ISLANDS - Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)PACIFIC INFRASTRUCTURE CONFERENCE AIMS TO DELIVER MORE RESILIENT, LOCALLY-BUILT INFRASTRUCTURE FOR SOLOMON ISLANDS  Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)

Soft Launch of the Papua New Guinea–Solomon Islands Business Council - Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)Soft Launch of the Papua New Guinea–Solomon Islands Business Council  Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)

ISIA hosts its annual congress in Honiara. - Solomon Star NewsISIA hosts its annual congress in Honiara.  Solomon Star News

Chinese pressure is a part of Solomon Islands’ politics. Other Pacific countries should take note - The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary siteChinese pressure is a part of Solomon Islands’ politics. Other Pacific countries should take note  The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary site

Solomon Island PM arrived in PNG - Post CourierSolomon Island PM arrived in PNG  Post Courier

PRC Supports Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers Forum in Solomon Islands - Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)PRC Supports Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers Forum in Solomon Islands  Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation (SIBC)

SI participates in infrastructure conference - Solomon Star NewsSI participates in infrastructure conference  Solomon Star News

Fiji pip Tahiti as New Caledonia stun hosts Solomon Islands in OFC Under-16 men's opener - Pacific Media NetworkFiji pip Tahiti as New Caledonia stun hosts Solomon Islands in OFC Under-16 men's opener  Pacific Media Network

When someone dies in Solomon Islands - GOV.UKWhen someone dies in Solomon Islands  GOV.UK

Solomon Islands Country Economic Memorandum 2024 - World BankSolomon Islands Country Economic Memorandum 2024  World Bank

State of the Media: Solomon Islands, 2025 - Australian Broadcasting CorporationState of the Media: Solomon Islands, 2025  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australia to provide $20 million package to Solomon Islands for key forum - Australian Broadcasting CorporationAustralia to provide $20 million package to Solomon Islands for key forum  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

The Solomon Islands fortifies food safety procedures in partnership with WHO - World Health Organization (WHO)The Solomon Islands fortifies food safety procedures in partnership with WHO  World Health Organization (WHO)

9th Pacific Water and Wastewater conference next week - Solomon Star News9th Pacific Water and Wastewater conference next week  Solomon Star News

'Dolphin hunt' continues on this island, as debate rages over ancient practice - Australian Broadcasting Corporation'Dolphin hunt' continues on this island, as debate rages over ancient practice  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Solomon Power backs U-16 team with outfits - Solomon Star NewsSolomon Power backs U-16 team with outfits  Solomon Star News

Solomon Islands to beat climate shocks through climate-smart actions - UnicefSolomon Islands to beat climate shocks through climate-smart actions  Unicef

Civil Society in Solomon Islands: The Backbone of Democracy and Development - UNDPCivil Society in Solomon Islands: The Backbone of Democracy and Development  UNDP

Solomon Islands PM Manele visiting New Zealand this week - RNZSolomon Islands PM Manele visiting New Zealand this week  RNZ