BY SAMIE WAIKORI

Premier of Malaita Province,Elijah Asilaua, has called on Malaitans to invest in their province.

He made the call at the opening of the BSP gas station in Auki last week, an investment by Malaitan entrepreneur Mr. David Leong, who is one of the country’s young entrepreneurs.

“Just like Mr. David Leong and his team have done with the opening of this fuel service, he and his team have the heart to invest in Malaita. And let me assure you, think positively and work together for a better tomorrow,” he said.

Asilaua recalled that Malaitans are industrious people who strive to build a better socio-economic society, despite the many challenges they have faced. However, he emphasized that the true spirit of working together, with a strategic vision, is needed to build a prosperous Malaita.

“I am optimistic that by working together, through strong teamwork with our provincial and national government and other stakeholders, we can build a brighter future for Malaita. I believe everyone of us is looking forward to a sustainable livelihood where a healthy lifestyle thrives in a supportive family and community. That reflects the reality of every man, woman, and child, with strong participation.”

“Let me emphasize that these cannot be easily achieved overnight. It requires our spirit of cooperation, ownership, peace, and unity,” he said.

Asilaua, on that note, called on Malaitans to rid themselves of poor working attitudes and instead show respect for one another. He urged them to take pride in and ownership of the province’s development.

“I have no hesitation in embracing the importance of investing in our true wealth—our human resources—so that we can fully utilize the heritage of our natural resources for our economic prosperity,” he said.