Category: Speeches

Governors Statement March 2026 Press Conference

Speech: Central Bank of Solomon Islands Governor’s Statement March 2026 Monetary Policy Stance February 19th 2026, CBSI Board Room Luke ForauGovernor Central Bank of Solomon Islands Download PDF Good afternoon, ladies and...

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Governors Remarks – At the Workshop on Inclusive Digital Economy held at the Heritage Park Hotel on the 8th of April 2025

Governors Remarks – At the Workshop on Inclusive Digital Economy held at the Heritage Park Hotel on the 8th of April 2025

In a world increasingly driven by technology the importance of an inclusive digital economy cannot be overstated. This workshop serves as a pivotal platform for collaboration innovation and the sharing of best practices. As we embark on this journey together we must prioritize accessibility and education ensuring that every citizen can participate in the digital landscape. Let us work hand in hand to build a future where digital opportunities are available to all empowering our communities and fostering sustainable growth.

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Key Statistics

Inflation (Source: SINSO)
(December, 2025) 1.6%
GDP: 2024
(Source: SINSO)		Constant Price: 2012
Real GDP
SBD$ 10,679.2m
Nominal GDP
SBD$ 13,392.2m
Real GDP Growth3.0%
Foreign Reserves
(March 4, 2026)SBD $6,707m
Interest Rates
(December, 2025)
Deposit Rate0.50%
Lending Rate8.78%
Money Supply
(March 4, 2026)SBD $7,005m

Exchange Rates


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SBD
Today
17/03/26
Last Week
10/03/26
USD0.12400.1241
GBP0.09310.0923
EUR0.10780.1067
AUD0.17530.1754
NZD0.21160.2091
JPY19.7219.57
SDR0.09130.0911
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0.85470.8564
Index109.6000109.5000