17 Aug 2018

Solomons govt to improve country's airports

10:38 am on 17 August 2018

The Solomon Islands government says it plans to make improvements at airports around the country.

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Photo: RNZI

During the re-opening of Parasi Airport in South Malaita, the minister for aviation, Jerry Manele, said the government is focused on providing better access to aviation and connecting people through air transport services.

The minister also highlighted a number of ongoing projects in partnership with development partners such as the Japanese aid agency, the World Bank and the New Zealand government.

These include a major refurbishment and extension of facilities at Honiara International Airport.