BY JOHN HOUANIHAU
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has spoken about reports of vandalism affecting public infrastructure during his press conference in Malaita province this week.
He and his government delegation had travelled to Malaita Province for handovers and groundbreaking ceremonies.
Speaking during his press conference in Malaita on Wednesday, April 1st, PM Manele said while we are making progress, he wants to speak plainly about reports of vandalism affecting public infrastructure.
He said that the roads, bridges, and facilities belong to the people of Malaita and Solomon Islands.
“They are built for your benefit and for the future of your children. I urge all communities to take responsibility for looking after them. When public property is damaged, it is our own people who suffer,” PM Manele said.
He said that development does not end when a project is completed, it continues with how they are protected.
He also highlights that work is continuing across the country.
“In Western Province, key government facilities have been opened in Noro, alongside ongoing industrial activity. In Isabel, new rural health clinics are being delivered. In Central and Guadalcanal, tourism developments are beginning to grow.
“In Makira-Ulawa, the Kirakira Wharf is progressing. In Rennell and Bellona, work is underway on roads and wharf infrastructure. In Choiseul and Temotu, upgrades to hospitals, airstrips, and border security facilities are continuing.
“The focus is simple: development must reach all provinces. Our people and our country come first, not politics,” PM Manele said.
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