PM Manele in parliament today.
Honiara, Solomon Islands, Thursday 11 December 2025 – Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele today outlined to Parliament GNUT’s progress over the past 18 months since the Government assumed office in May 2024. He delivered the update in Parliament this morning when he moved the motion to adjourn parliament sine die.
He noted that this period has tested national resilience and unity, but also demonstrated the country’s ability to remain focused on long-term development goals. When GNUT took office, the Government committed to restoring political stability, rebuilding confidence in public institutions, and accelerating development across all provinces.
The Prime Minister highlighted that meaningful progress has been achieved despite challenges, often quietly and behind the scenes, with the national interest guiding all decisions. Key reforms have strengthened public financial management, tightened expenditure controls, and improved transparency in revenue collection, building investor confidence and increasing efficiency in government services.
He emphasised that economic transformation remains anchored in the productive and resource sectors, chosen for their strategic importance and alignment with the Solomon Islands’ strengths. Policies supporting agriculture, fisheries, forestry, and mining have been prioritised, alongside measures to promote value addition, market access, and private sector growth.
Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele also highlighted efforts to maintain political stability, fundamental for national development. Strengthened partnerships with churches, traditional leaders, women’s groups, youth networks, and provincial authorities have fostered peace, social cohesion, and inclusive decision-making across the country.
On the international front, Solomon Islands has remained an active and respected partner in the Pacific region. The Prime Minister highlighted engagement under PACER Plus, chairmanship of the Pacific Islands Forum, and strengthened bilateral relationships advancing national and regional interests, including climate action and sustainable development.
He highlighted GNUT’s achievements in the first 18 months lay a solid foundation for deeper reforms in 2026, with ongoing efforts aimed at improving governance, service delivery, and economic opportunities for all Solomon Islanders.
