AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoInflation: Consumer prices rose 0.9% in September and were 5% higher than a year earlier. Food prices edged up, while housing and utility costs fell 4.4%. Tourism: International arrivals reached 15,358 in the second quarter, up 27.7% on the previous quarter, but a new $140 tourist e-visa could put off Australian visitors, a key market. Mining transparency: Government, mining companies and civil society met with UK and EITI experts in Honiara to set priorities for Solomon Islands’ renewed extractive-sector transparency programme. Connectivity: The upgraded Lata airport is expected to improve access to services and support trade and tourism in Temotu; a new Vanikoro airport is planned for 2027. Climate and energy investment: Italy approved SBD16.4 million for climate-resilient works at Su’umoli Wharf and renewable energy and agrifood projects. Fisheries: Pacific officials are seeking a joint bigeye tuna management measure, balancing sustainability with fishing opportunities and revenue for island economies.
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