BY BEN BILUA
Gizo
PRIME Minister Jeremiah Manele says the strength and future of Solomon Islands rests on its people, reaffirming the Government’s renewed focus on human capital development.
He made the remarks during the Western Province Day celebration at Seghe, Western Province earlier this week, highlighting that the nation’s progress is inseparable from the growth and empowerment of its citizens.
Manele said strong human capital is the foundation of a thriving society and economy, adding that meaningful development requires collective effort.
“A better society and growing economy depend on partnership between people, organisations, provinces and countries,” he said.
He stressed that development cannot occur in isolation, but must be driven through collaboration at all levels.
“Development fundamentally relies on partnership. Its positive impact cannot occur in isolation.
“It must be supported by collaboration across our villages, towns, provincial, national and international levels. This involves working with a broad spectrum of stakeholders—national and provincial government institutions, customary landowners, churches, the private sector and non-government organisations,” he said.
Manele further emphasised that development must be inclusive, ensuring no individual or community is left behind.
He also reminded those present that the GNUT Government’s policies are anchored on four key pillars.
First, delivering tangible development and progress across the country, while ensuring unity and stability at all levels of governance.
Second, driving economic transformation through productive and resource sectors such as fisheries, agriculture, tourism and mining.
Third, advancing infrastructure development as a lifeline and enabler of economic growth and service delivery.
Fourth, strengthening human capital, which he said is the true backbone of the Solomon Islands.
Manele said these pillars guide the government’s ambition to build a more resilient, inclusive and prosperous nation.
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