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He further stated that since diplomatic relations were established between the UAE and the
Solomon Islands in 2010, the two countries have increasingly shared fruitful trade and investment
ties. In 2023, non-oil bilateral trade saw a 71 percent increase compared to the previous year,
reaching US$3 million. The Solomon Islands' exports to the UAE more than quadrupled during the
same period, contributing to the growth of local industries such as fishing and forestry.

Al Zeyoudi also highlighted the role of the UAE-Pacific Partnership Fund in developing a solar power
plant in the Solomon Islands, built and operated by the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company
(Masdar).

Prime Minister Manele said that the inauguration would further strengthen bilateral ties,
commending the ongoing cooperation between the Solomon Islands and the UAE across various
sectors. He affirmed his country's commitment to deepening cooperation for the benefit of both
nations.

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