BY INDY MAEALASIA

GOVERNOR-General David Tiva Kapu has emphasized the need for the country to address social issues stemming from high unemployment rates.

In his New Year’s message last week, Kapu pointed out that the country’s large unemployment problem is largely due to the high number of school dropouts and graduates struggling to find meaningful employment.

He stressed the importance of providing young people with trade skills and helping them develop a positive outlook on life.

The Governor-General also expressed gratitude to the governments of Australia, New Zealand, and Canada for their support through initiatives such as the Labour Mobility Scheme, which has provided employment opportunities to thousands of Solomon Islanders.

“This support has helped offer employment to thousands of our men and women,” he added.

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