Speaking in Honiara last week, Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare talked of the necessity of aggressively addressing the existing infrastructure throughout the country.
He raised important points and said, quote.
Infrastructure development is important for economic development and recovery in any country and this is also true for Solomon Islands,” he said.
Infrastructure development does not only enhance connectivity but it also plays a fundamental role in trade facilitation.
It is also a catalyst for development and an enabler for faster and inclusive growth which leads to poverty alleviation and improving standards of living.
Development in transport infrastructure also impacts productivity significantly and accelerates growth. It generates employment opportunities, contributes to tourism and domestic market development,”
Infrastructure forms the basis of building resilient societies and sustainable development.
Infrastructure designs and investments made now will affect how Solomon Islands responds to challenges such as COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and building inclusive and resilient societies.
Infrastructure will play an important role in post pandemic recovery efforts due to its multiplier effects. In the same vein, infrastructure projects are pivotal because it helps facilitate the provision of essential services such as water, sanitation, health care and education post COVID-19,” he said.
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Footnote.
The PM Sogavare said the Government remains committed to infrastructure development in Solomon Islands and will continue to support the infrastructure development initiatives undertaken by our various development partners and implementing agencies, especially during this global pandemic.
Source. Solomon Star newspaper
Yours sincerely
Frank Short
