Press Release
1 June 2026
Two representatives of the Solomon Islands National University (SINU), Manager of Business Investment and Commercial Services (BICS), Samson Bisafo, and Carpentry Officer- Projects Team Mike Mana was among eight representatives from the Solomon Islands who recently attended an 18-day seminar in China.
Mr. Bisafo and Mr. Mana together with representatives from the National Sports Council (NSC), the Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS), and National Referral Hospital (NRH), successfully completed the seminar on Property Management and Operation Maintenance of Aid Projects in the South Pacific Region.
The seminar aimed to strengthen ties between China and Pacific Island nations, bridge gaps in knowledge and practice, and foster collaboration on China aid projects.
According to Mr. Bisafo, the seminar, which was hosted by the Academy for International Business Officials (AIBO) under the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China, was an eye-opening experience that provided participants with valuable insights into China’s foreign policies, project management standards, and practical implementation experiences.
He said the knowledge gained from attending the seminar will strengthen the Solomon Islands National University’s capacity in property management and infrastructure sustainability, aligning with the Solomon Islands Government’s priorities in expanding and maintaining physical assets.
He said the three-week seminar began in Beijing, where lectures and site visits, including a visit to the Workers’ Stadium, showcased China’s advanced construction technologies and well-established operational management of high-standard sports venues.
Speaking on behalf of the visiting delegation from the Pacific Islands during the opening of the seminar, Mr. Bisafo emphasized the shared vision between China and the Solomon Islands: ensuring that aid projects are not only delivered but also sustained, maintained, and effectively managed to provide long-term benefits.
Participants expressed their commitment to applying the knowledge gained to China-funded aid projects in the Solomon Islands, ensuring improved management, sustainability, and positive community impact.
The delegation extended its heartfelt gratitude to the Chinese Government and the Chinese Embassy in Honiara for their support in making the seminar possible.
Other participants from Pacific Island countries, including Samoa, Tonga, Nauru, Kiribati, and the Federated States of Micronesia, also joined the eight Solomon Islanders during the seminar.
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