AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoLocal Business & Jobs: Commerce Minister Harry Kuma says reforms under “First Bite, Better Bite” will review reserved business activities, strengthen MSMEs, and link government procurement to building capable local suppliers. Agriculture Expansion: Agriculture Minister Franklyn Wasi targets 10,000 hectares of new cocoa and coconut plantations, with nurseries, drying/storage upgrades, pest control, and a plan to post agricultural officers to all 50 constituencies. Energy & Power Costs: Construction has started on a 22km transmission line to bring up to 15MW of Tina River hydropower to Honiara, aiming to cut electricity costs and improve reliability by early 2028. Mining Reform: Mines Minister Derrick Rawcliff Manuari says the Government will take up to 25% stakes in major mining projects, cut power costs, and introduce “No Pay, No Ship” rules. Infrastructure & Trade: Seghe Market is 75% complete; Kirakira Wharf is 90% complete; Ahanga Wharf piling equipment has been added after ground delays. Education: PM Matthew Wale announces nationwide fee-free education rollout by 2027. Governance Watch: Transparency SI calls for action over “No Work, Full Pay” public service absenteeism, citing over $1b wasted. Regional Security: Pacific ministers debate a joint response to China’s July missile test, while Australia’s new Pacific security treaties with Fiji draw criticism.
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