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Solomon Islander Scorecard

Country profile

The Solomon Islands is a nation in the South Pacific made up of hundreds of islands with a rich diversity of indigenous Melanesian cultures and tropical ecosystems. It has a population of 0.8 million, a population growth rate of 2.40%, and a median age of 20.25 years.

Its history includes significant events during World War II and a tradition of oral histories and communal living that remain strong.

Today, the Solomon Islands is focused on sustainable development, cultural preservation, and harnessing its natural beauty to promote eco-tourism and community resilience.

Its capital city is Honiara.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in the Solomon Islands improved by 4.3% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in the Solomon Islands worsened by 1.0% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in the Solomon Islands worsened by 6.7% from 2022 to 2023

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in the Solomon Islands improved by 0.2% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in the Solomon Islands improved by 2.9% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development showed no change from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Solomon Islands worsened by 0.3% from 2020 to 2021

Freedom in the World showed no change from 2023 to 2024

Education

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in the Solomon Islands improved by 2.4% from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in the Solomon Islands improved by 27.8% from 2022 to 2023

Government Effectiveness in the Solomon Islands worsened by 8.0% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in the Solomon Islands improved by 9.8% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in the Solomon Islands worsened by 9.1% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in the Solomon Islands improved by 0.9% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Solomon Islands improved by 2.4% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Solomon Islands improved by 2.0% from 2021 to 2022