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Geographical Environment
Solomon Islands is an island country in the southwest of the South Pacific (5 ° - 12 ° south latitude and 155 ° - 170 ° east longitude). It is 1600 km away from Australia in the southwest, 485 km away from Papua New Guinea in the West and across the sea from Vanuatu in the southeast. It is one of the members of the Commonwealth and the official language is English. Honiara, the capital,
There are more than 990 islands in Solomon, with a total land area of 28450 square kilometers and a marine exclusive economic zone of 1.6 million square kilometers. It belongs to the Melanesian islands and is composed of Guadalcanal, New Georgia, maleta, shuwasser, San Isabel, San Cristobal, Santa Cruz and many surrounding small islands, The largest Guadalcanal island covers an area of 6475 square kilometers, with dense forests and forest land accounting for 90% of the whole territory.
Solomon's coastal terrain is relatively flat, with beautiful scenery, clear and transparent sea water and excellent visibility. It has the world's largest salt water lagoon, covering an area of 700 square kilometers. There are hundreds of beautiful small islands on the lagoon, most of which are covered by coconut trees and tropical rain forests, surrounded by corals, and many unmanned islands, which are comparable to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. It is regarded as one of the best diving areas in the world and has great tourism potential
Discover the Solomon Islands
The hidden jewel of the South Pacific, this little-known gem, is truly an ecotourist’s delight. The Solomon Islands are virtually unknown outside of the South Pacific and one of the least developed nations in the region. You may not find luxury resorts and fine dining here, but for those looking to experience the Pacific as it was 30 years ago, the Solomon Islands is the destination for you.
Country Background
History of development
History of development
In the sixteenth century, Europeans explored here one after another, and Spanish maritime explorers came here. When they saw the local people wearing gold ornaments, they thought they had found the Treasury of King Solomon's great wealth, so they named it Solomon Islands.
Honiara, the capital of Solomon Islands, is the turning point of World War II in the Pacific. There are American and Japanese monuments and World War II relics on the island. Snorkeling can clearly see the complete sunken ship under the water.
On September 21, 2019, China and Solomon Islands established diplomatic relations. And interrupt diplomatic relations with Taiwan, and gradually reflect the international vision from 2020; Solomon Islands does not have its own army. More than 800 police are responsible for public security. The people are simple in nature and have good public security. It is suitable for investment and development by overseas companies.
History of development
History of development
History of development
Solomon Islands has a backward economy and is listed as one of the least developed countries by the United Nations. After independence in 1978, the economy has developed greatly. From the past single economy, it has gradually changed into a diversified economy such as agriculture, fishing, mining, forestry and tourism. Beef, grain and vegetables are basically self-sufficient.
The national economy is dominated by planting, fishing and gold mining. It is also one of the countries with the richest fishery resources in the world, with an annual tuna fishing volume of about 80000 tons. Most manufacturing and petroleum products depend on imports. The islands are rich in undeveloped mineral resources, including bauxite, nickel, copper, gold, phosphate and other minerals,
The whole territory belongs to tropical rain forest climate, which is hot all year round, with many volcanoes and rivers. There is no dry season, and the average annual temperature is 28 ℃. The average annual precipitation is 3000-3500 mm. It belongs to the rainforest ecological area of Solomon Islands. Volcanic activity is neither frequent nor intense, and it is also known as the "Lucky Island".
On May 26, 2022, Solomon Islands Prime Minister Sogavare met with State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
On October 21, 2021, the first China-Pacific Islands Foreign Ministers' Meeting was held by video conference.