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Solomon Islands Faces Remaining Risks of Atrocity Crimes Decade After Violent Conflict

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Honiara, Solomon Islands - A new report by the Foundation for Australian Studies in Papua New Guinea (fAPR2P) highlights the importance of risk assessment in compliance in the Solomon Islands. The nation is still grappling with the aftermath of ethnic violence that threatened to destabilize the country just over a decade ago.

A Decade After the Tensions

The “Risk Assessment Series” publication examines the complex challenges facing the Solomon Islands as it continues on its path towards stability and reconciliation. While the country has made significant strides in rebuilding and recovering from the devastating period known as “the Tensions”, there are still several concerns that remain:

• Lingering social divides: Despite efforts to rebuild, deep-seated social divisions between different ethnic groups continue to exist.
• Endemic corruption: Corruption remains a significant issue in the Solomon Islands, with widespread corruption affecting various aspects of society.
• Widespread sexual and gender-based violence: The country continues to struggle with high rates of sexual and gender-based violence.

Risk Assessment and Prevention

According to experts, these underlying issues create a high risk of atrocity crimes being committed within the country. If left unaddressed, these atrocities could have severe consequences for the region as a whole. The fAPR2P report emphasizes the need for continued vigilance and proactive measures to prevent such atrocities from occurring in the future.

Full Risk Assessment Available

The full Risk Assessment is available on the fAPR2P website, along with other volumes in the series.