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COUNTRY CONTEXT
The Solomon Islands, located in the Southwest Pacific, has a population of approximately 740,000, with most residents living in coastal areas across its nine provinces. The economy is primarily based on forestry, agriculture, fisheries, a modest service sector, and a growing reliance on remittances to support livelihoods. The country is heavily reliant on imports and highly vulnerable to supply chain disruptions caused by global and economic shocks.
Solomon Islands is exposed to various natural disasters and hazards, including tropical cyclones, storm surges, flooding, earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic activities, and heavy swells. Climate shocks exacerbate human and economic losses leading to significant damage to livelihoods and infrastructure, hindering development efforts, and impacting food security.