BY NED GAGAHE
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele will represent Solomon Islands at several high-level international forums in Europe while Parliament goes on a special adjournment until Monday 14 July 2025.
The adjournment was moved by the Prime Minister yesterday and passed without objection.
In his address to the House, Prime Minister Manele explained that the break allows him, in his role as Head of Government, to attend important global meetings. These include:
- The Blue Economy and Finance Forum in Monaco,
- The Third United Nations Conference in Nice, France, and
- The OPEC Fund for International Development Forum in Vienna, Austria, where he is invited as a keynote speaker. The forum will focus on global transitions and sustainable development.
Aside from international representation, the Prime Minister said the adjournment also provides time for the Bills and Legislation Committee (BLC) to conduct detailed inquiries into two major Bills – the National Building Standards Bill and the Mineral Resources Bill.
During this period, the government also aims to finalise and table other critical pieces of legislation, including the Supplementary Appropriation Bill.
The month of June also marks Second Appointed Day celebrations in several provinces, namely Isabel, Temotu, and Central.
The Prime Minister acknowledged invitations to attend these events but noted that should his overseas schedule prevent his presence, either the Deputy Prime Minister or the Minister for Provincial Government and Institutional Strengthening will attend on behalf of the government.
Furthermore, the adjournment will also allow MPs to return to their constituencies to engage with their constituents and address matters of importance.
Parliament will reconvene on Monday 14 July 2025.
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