SI expressed interest in partnering with Japan on Bina Harbour project

BY INDY MAEALASIA

The Solomon Islands has expressed interest in partnering with Japan on the Bina Harbour Project in Malaita, a development initiative expected to boost employment and stimulate sustainable economic development.

Prime Minister(PM) Jeremiah Manele shared this with Japan’s Prime Minister(PM), Fumio Kishida, in a bilateral meeting last week in Japan.

According to Manele, the interest has been “well-received” by Kishida and he is confident that there is possibility of cooperation can be explored between both governments.

The Bina Harbour Development Project, a Solomon Island Government effort led by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR), will see the country establish a world class tuna processing facility based on sustainable resources at a climate resilient port.

In addition, Manele conveyed the country’s interest in reciprocal visa exemptions for ordinary passports.

Manele also acknowledged Japan’s support over the past 46 years, including the Kukum Highway Project worth of SBD$243 million, the International Airport project worth SBD$300 million, the Honiara Port project, Malaria and TB eradication projects, Agriculture and the SINU fisheries project.