AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCOP31: Prime Minister Matthew Wale heads to Türkiye for the climate summit, where he will deliver Solomon Islands’ national statement and press for climate promises to become action and accessible funding. Climate and Water: A strengthening El Niño is forecast to bring drier conditions from November to January, adding pressure to communities already facing water shortages. Honiara’s upgraded reservoirs and water network have been handed over, boosting storage as demand grows. Rural Economy: A Wellington-based group is exploring a partnership to improve cocoa quality and connect rural growers with premium markets in New Zealand and Europe. East Makira communities have also received 11 boats and 25 engines to improve transport and access to services. Tourism: New land-based dive operators are expected to open by 2028, expanding options for visitors despite one liveaboard preparing to stop operating. Sport: Solomon Islands powerlifters won silver medals at the Oceania championships, while the country’s Youth Olympic futsal team lost 15–1 to Morocco. Civil Society: Australia has awarded new grants to five local organisations working on youth leadership, women’s empowerment, disability inclusion and family wellbeing.
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