Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting 54
8-12 September, 2025
Iumi Tugeda Duim - Integration in Action
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Pacific Islands Forum Leaders recognise that securing the region’s future cannot simply be left to chance.
It requires a long-term vision and a carefully considered regional strategy that reinforces commitment and working together to leverage our collective strengths and build a better future for our people.
This vision is the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.
The success of the 2050 Strategy depends on enhanced cooperation, strong leadership and the continued participation at all levels of society in its implementation.
“As Pacific Leaders, our vision is for a resilient Pacific Region of peace, harmony, security, social inclusion and prosperity, that ensures all Pacific peoples can lead free, healthy and productive lives.”
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The Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM) is held annually and informs the priorities and work of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat.
Other annual meetings are held prior to the PIFLM including:
- Forum Officials Committees
- Economic Ministers Meeting
- Foreign Ministers Meeting
- Trade Ministers Meeting
- Women Leaders Meeting
- Smaller Islands States Leaders Meeting
The priority issues from these meetings then inform discussions at the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting.
The annual Forum meetings are chaired by the Head of Government of the Host Country, who remains as the Forum until the next meeting. Decisions made by Leaders are reached by consensus and are outlined in a Forum Communique, which guides the development and implementation of policies.
Agreed regional policies and initiatives are coordinated by the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, working with the Council of Regional Organisations of the Pacific (CROP).
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The Solomon Islands have a rich and fascinating history. Some say that visiting the Solomon Islands is like stepping back in time. The history and tradition here is alive and authentic.
There is a small but growing population in the Solomon Islands of approximately 550,000 people. Solomon Islanders are predominantly Melanesian – about 95% – with smaller Polynesian, Micronesian, Chinese and European communities. More than 90% identify as Christians.
English is the official language and one of the obvious cultural influences that remains in the Solomons, left behind from the period when Britain was historically associated with the islands.
The capital, Honiara, is a fast-growing city of approximately 70,000 people where modern urban life and technology sit side by side with ancient traditions. However, the majority of Solomon Islanders are still living in rural villages where they are mostly involved in a subsistence economy, and life can appear a long way from the 21st century.
The concept of money is relatively recent in Solomon Island culture, and barter and alternative forms of currency, such as shell money, are still practised. Typical food eaten in the Solomons includes fish, chicken, pork, coconut, sweet potatoes and taro.
The country’s main food market is the Central Market in Honiara. A hub of noise and colour, the market has a huge selection of fish and fresh produce brought in from outlying islands as well as crafts, jewellery and other items and is a fantastic cultural experience for visitors. As well as agriculture and forestry, tourism is a very important sector of the small but growing economy.
Almost 1000 Islands
The Solomon Islands are an archipelago of 992 tropical islands and atolls scattered in a gentle curve. They comprise two major parallel island chains extending some 1800 kilometres from the Shortland Islands in the west to Tikopia and Anuta in the east.
The People
Situated in the South Pacific between Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu, the population of about 550,000 is predominantly Melanesian but includes other smaller groups. Exotic local customs and traditions remain a very important part of life for Solomon Islanders.
Politics and Economics
Solomon Islands has a Westminster-style parliamentary democracy with a constitutional monarchy and is part of the Commonwealth.
Solomon Islands has a democratically elected 50-member unicameral Parliament with Members of Parliament who are directly elected by simple majority vote for 4 year terms.
Jeremiah Manele has been the Prime Minister since 2nd May 2024.
The next election is due in 2028.
The head of state is His Majesty King Charles, represented by the Governor General of Solomon Islands.
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All arrivals and departures for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting will be at Henderson International Airport.
The Protocol Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & External Trade (MFAET) will facilitate all necessary arrangements for the arrival and departure of Heads of States or Governments, Ministers and accompanying officials for the dignitaries.
Delegations led by Heads of State or Government will be designated with appropriate Liaison Officers. On arrival at the airport, the Liaison Officers will assist a designated accompanying official with delegation luggage and facilitate necessary arrival (and departure) clearances through Immigration and Customs where applicable.
Immigration, Customs and Biosecurity advice are provided below to guide all Delegates and Participants on getting clearance at the arrivals.
For expediting a smooth entry, all Delegates and Participants are required to provide their final travel details while registering {link to “Registration” main menu page} for the Meeting as well as to the Solomon Islands Government’s Official Contact and copy the Forum Secretariat. This will ensure there is appropriate assistance at the airport to expedite a smooth entry into (and out of Honiara).
Flights
Delegates should check with their respective country travel agents to make necessary travel arrangements utilising the various key routes.
Baggage
All Delegates will be issued with special baggage identification tags for their travel to Solomon Islands for the Meeting. Upon arrival, the member of each Delegation with overall responsibility for all his or her Delegation’s baggage is asked to liaise with their respective Liaison Officers from the Solomon Islands Government at all stages of the movement of baggage from the Airport to each Delegation’s respective Hotel, and vice- versa after the Meeting’s conclusion.
Transportation
Heads of States and Governments or VVIPs will be provided with a vehicle from the Airport on arrival to their respective Hotels.
Transport will equally be available to VIPs and other participants from the Airport to their Hotels as designated by the Host Government.
Accommodation
Accommodation for 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leader Meeting will be coordinated through the accommodation subcommittee.
Heads of Forum Delegations, spouses, and one accompanying senior official will be accommodated at the Heritage Park Hotel and Coral Seas Resort.
Other meeting delegates will be accommodated at the hotels and other accommodation providers on a first come first serve basis. All reservations must be channeled through the accommodation subcommittee. Due to room shortage the accommodation committee will hold all rooms secured. Payment arrangements will be advised.
Forum Governments are requested to complete the following forms:
It is important that these Forms are completed and sent by 18 August 2025 to the official contact, with a copy to the Forum Secretariat.
If the names of a delegation are not known by 18 August 2025, delegations are requested to email the Official Contact and the Forum Secretariat indicating the numbers expected per delegation, including their approximate arrival and departure dates.
Hospitality
The Government of Solomon Islands will offer the following hospitality to Members for the duration of the Pacific Islands Forum and related meetings.
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one room for each Head of Delegation and the Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General, and accompanying spouse, inclusive of normal meals and laundry services from the date of arrival to the date of departure. Hospitality does not include international telephone calls and/or cost of alcoholic beverages;
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one room for an accompanying senior official.
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one chauffeur-driven car for each Head of Delegation. Access for the remainder of the delegation to a limited pool of cars and bus services for Forum related travel;
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there will be Telekom SIM cards provided inclusive of data and local calls for Heads of Delegation. Telekom sim cards will be available for delegates.
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Liaison Officers for each head of delegation for each forum member countries.
General Visitors Guide
Bank and ATM Services
BANKS There are three main commercial banks: Australia & New Zealand Banking Group Ltd (ANZ), Bank of South Pacific (BSP) and Pan Oceanic Bank (POB) and the newest bank in town is Bred Bank, ATMs in selected locations around Honiara. Banking Hours 9am to 4pm Mondays to Fridays except Public Holidays. ANZ & BSP Bank operates ATM machines in Honiara, Auki & Gizo
Airline Services Domestic
Solomon Airlines - Fly to 22 airports around the Solomon Islands. Many services connect with international flights at Honiara
Recommended Dress Etiquette
Lightweight (cotton), casual clothing, and comfortable footwear are the usual dress worn. Occasionally, a light sweater may be handy for those rare cool nights. Bikini and other beachwear are acceptable at hotels/ resorts but not when out shopping in towns or visiting villages.
Customs (Duty Free)
200 cigarettes or 250 grams of tobacco, and or 2 litres of spirit or equivalent. Other dutiable goods ought not to exceed S$1500 for gifts or S$3000 for personal items.
Departure Tax
This is usually included in the cost of your airline ticket. (Consult your travel agent)
Climate
The Solomon Islands has a tropical climate with a year-round average temperature of about 29ºc. Drier months are May through to October. Annual average rainfall is around 2520mm.
Tipping
Not encouraged or recommended.
Time Zone
Eleven hours ahead of Greenwich mean time (GMT+11). One hour ahead of Brisbane, and one hour behind Fiji or Auckland (at non-daylight-saving time)