[Published on Wednesday, August 20, 2025]
BY CHRIS ALEX
A milestone in educational cooperation between the Solomon Islands and China was celebrated on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at the Chinese Embassy in Honiara, where the “Chinese Government Scholarship” award ceremony honored 44 local students set to begin studies in China this year.
Chinese Ambassador Cai Weiming and Minister of Education and Human Resources, Tozen Leokana, attended the event alongside proud families, relatives, and award recipients.
“This year marks a significant achievement in educational cooperation between China and the Solomon Islands.
“A total of 44 students have been selected through a highly competitive process a new record since the programme began,” said Ambassador Cai.
Since the scholarship programme was introduced in the Solomon Islands, approximately 200 students have benefited from studying in China.
This year’s intake highlights the increasing demand and growing confidence in China’s role as a key education partner.
Minister Leokana, speaking on behalf of the Solomon Islands Government and the Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development (MEHRD), expressed sincere appreciation for China’s continued support.
“This generous program is not only a demonstration of China’s commitment to our human resource development, but also a transformative opportunity for our young people.
“Our students will return with world-class knowledge, practical skills, and international experience that will help drive the socio-economic progress of our nation,” Leokana stated.
The event highlighted education as a growing pillar in the China Solomon Islands relationship and a key area for long-term cooperation and development.
The 44 scholarship recipients are scheduled to depart for China next month, marking the start of a new chapter in their academic and professional lives.
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