Category: Media Release, News
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Private Sector Calls for Broad Consultation and Economic Impact Assessment Before Minimum Wage Adjustment
Honiara– Private sector representatives have urged the Government to ensure that any adjustment to the national minimum wage is preceded by broad consultation across all provinces and a thorough assessment of current economic conditions, warning that a poorly calibrated increase could undermine business viability and employment growth. The recommendations were made during a consultation hosted…
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SICCI Manufacturing Working Group Highlights Sector Bottlenecks, Calls For Ecosystem Approach To Industrial Growth
Honiara — The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) Manufacturing Industry Working Group last Friday during a Business After Five dialogued to identify critical bottlenecks constraining manufacturing and also outlined policy priorities required for sustainable industrial growth. SICCI Manufacturing Industry Working Group Chair, Ms. Qila Tuhanuku, KOSI General Manager Mr., Steward Mane, SICCI…
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Private Sector Calls for Bold Reforms as Solomon Islands Marks Twin Institutional Milestones
HONIARA- The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) has called on the Government to prioritize a series of practical economic reforms, including electricity sector reform, tax fairness, and stronger local content rules, to ensure the benefits of national growth reach ordinary Solomon Islanders. The call was made at SICCI’s Prime Minister’s Cocktail Reception,…
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SICCI to Host Prime Minister Mathew Wale at Private Sector Meet and Greet Cocktail Event
The event will bring together SICCI members, representatives of the private sector, government officials, and invited stakeholders for an important opportunity to strengthen dialogue and engagement between the business community and the Government. As the leading voice of the private sector in the Solomon Islands, SICCI recognizes the importance of fostering constructive partnerships that support…
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SICCI Calls for Data-Driven Approach and Stronger Compliance in Minimum Wage Review
Private Sector and Government representatives who joined the Minimum Wage Setting workshop which ended today in Honiara. Honiara, Solomon Islands – The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) has reiterated its call for a balanced and evidence-based approach to the upcoming minimum wage review process, emphasizing the need to consider both worker welfare and…
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SICCI Urges Private Sector to Uphold Laws and Value Employees
SICCI calls on all private sector employers and employees to uphold the laws of Solomon Islands and to value and respect each other in the workplace.
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SICCI Calls for Immediate Action on Traffic Congestion in Honiara
SICCI raises urgent concerns about worsening traffic congestion in Honiara, calling on authorities to prioritise infrastructure improvements.
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Growing the Private Sector Needs a Level Playing Field
SICCI reinforces its commitment to advocating for a fair and competitive business environment that enables the private sector to thrive.
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SICCI Hosts Prestigious 8th Business Excellence Awards
SICCI celebrated excellence in the Solomon Islands private sector at the 8th Business Excellence Awards, with GPPOL taking home the Prime Minister’s Award.
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SICCI Backs National Campaign for Better Electricity
SICCI supports the national push for improved electricity supply as a critical enabler of business growth and economic development in Solomon Islands.