AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCivil Society: Australia awarded new grants to five Solomon Islands organisations working in youth, women’s empowerment, disability inclusion and family wellbeing. The wider program has provided about SBD$17 million over three years. Water Security: Honiara’s upgraded reservoirs and water mains have been handed to Solomon Water, strengthening supply for households and businesses. Noro has also opened a modern treatment facility, backed by the ADB, EU and World Bank. Shipping Costs: Swire Shipping will raise fuel surcharges from November 15; standard 20-foot and 40-foot containers on specified Pacific routes will incur US$535 and US$1,070 charges, adding pressure to freight costs. Rural Business: A New Zealand group is exploring a premium cocoa partnership to improve quality and export access. In East Makira, a China-funded $1.5 million handover of 11 boats and 25 engines aims to improve transport and access to services. Climate and Prices: Forecasters warn a strong El Niño could worsen drought risks for Solomon Islands from November to January. Consumer prices rose 0.9 per cent in September.
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