Solomon Islands athletes hungry for home success at the 2023 Pacific Games could secure bags of rice in recognition for their performances.

Thirty schools in Honiara and the province of Guadalcanal have been identified to take part in ceremonies at the 2023 Pacific Games.

The mascot of the Solomon Islands 2023 Pacific Games, Solo, was met by media delegates from across the region in Honiara.

A Safe and Green Games Strategic Action Plan has been discussed at the top level as Honaira in the Solomon Islands prepares to host the 17^th Pacific Games next year.

The Games Organising Committee (GOC) has congratulated the Solomon Islands National Institute of Sports (SINIS) on becoming an officially recognised member of the International Council for Coaching Excellence (ICCE) prior to the country's staging of the 2023 Pacific Games.

Qatar could assist the Solomon Islands in the hosting of next year's Pacific Games, following a meeting of the countries' Foreign Ministers in New York.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has spoken highly of the nation's ties with the Solomon Islands, with the countries working together to deliver infrastructure and prepare for events such as the 2023 Pacific Games.

A scheme to appoint 24 sports development officers in the Solomon Islands has been launched to improve preparations for the 2023 Pacific Games, which are set to be held in the capital Honiara next November.

Indonesia's Foreign Minister has taken part in a handover ceremony at the Friendship Hall, a multi-purpose sports venue funded by Indonesia and built for the Pacific Games.

The Papua New Guinea Pacific Games Association (PNGPGA) has appointed Faye-Zina Lalo Chef de Mission for the 2023 Pacific Games.

The Pacific Games Council (PGC) has praised Solomon Islands for the progress made on venues for the 2023 Pacific Games.

Solomon Islands politicians have voted to delay national elections until 2024, after the Pacific Games.

The Australian Federal Government has donated AUD17 million (£10 million/$12.1 million/€11.8 million) to support the staging of the Solomon Islands 2023 Pacific Games.

The turtle mascot for the Solomon Islands 2023 Pacific Games has been given the name "Solo".

The World Karate Federation (WKF) membership has grown to 200 after a Solomon Islands application to join the global body was accepted.