BY SAMIE WAIKORI

The Australian funded market project for Kirakira in Makira Ulawa province is in its preparatory stage.

Premier Stanley Siapu updated the MUP assembly on this during the revised budget meeting last week.

He highlighted that the project is funded through the Solomon Islands Infrastructure Program (SIIP).

Siapu voiced once this modernized and sustainable market hub project is complete, it will serve as a vital economic platform for local farmers, fisher folks, and entrepreneurs.

“It will not only boost economic activity but also enhance access to markets for rural producers, empowering them to improve their livelihoods,” he said.

Siapu noted these are some of the national development projects that pivotal for the infrastructure, economic development and attainments of MUP.

On the same note, he also informed the assembly on the progress of road emergency repair and maintenance project in the province.

He said the Road Emergency Repair and Maintenance Project covering ward 10 and northeast road section of ward 9 is in full swing.

“It has been a month since the project team arrived on site and I am pleased to report that we already seeing significant improvements in Kirakira township and airport areas.

“The PACRA government is dedicated to ensuring our roads are safe and accessible for all residents, and I appreciate the community’s patience during this essential work,” Siapu said.

He said his government looks forward to working together with national government and donor partners on the infrastructure development of the province.

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