By Loretta B Manele
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele launched the National Security Strategy 2025-2028 at the Mendana Hotel on Friday (March 28).
In his remarks, he referred to the event as a significant milestone in Solomon Islands’ journey towards a safer, more secure and prosperous future.
“With immense pride and responsibility, I stand before you to launch the Solomon Islands National Security Strategy 2025 (NSS 2025-2028).”
He expressed that the theme of the launching program “United for Security: A Collective Vision for a Resilient & Prosperous Solomon Islands” is one that unites us today whilst highlighting that our security is not the responsibility of one institution or sector but a shared duty of all Solomon Islanders.
“This strategy is not just a document; it is a collective vision, a roadmap and a call to action designed to safeguard our sovereignty, protect our citizens and promote sustainable development in an increasingly complex global landscape.”
Manele stressed that the security of our nation is intrinsically linked to the well-being of our people, the resilience and accountability of our institutions and the protection of our natural environment.
He explained that the mission of the strategy is protect our citizens, uphold the rule of law, and strengthen our institutional resilience.
Manele said this will be achieved through effective governance, regional and international cooperation with Solomon Islands leadership and the active engagement of all communities and national security stakeholders.
In relation, he stated that the NSS 2025-2028 supports efforts towards the achievement of Goal Five of our National Development Strategy 2016-2035.
Manele added that it reinforces the rationale of the four pillars of the GNUT Policy Statement which are; economic transformation, unity and stability, infrastructure development and human capital development.
“In short, the implementation of the NSS-2025-2028 will also implement the NDS and GNUT Policy.”
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