SICCI believes partnership & collaboration the way forward.

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The Solomon Islands Chamber of Commerce & Industry strongly believes in partnership & working in collaboration with stakeholders. As part of its plans for 2017, including provincial visitations, is to strengthen its relationships with stakeholders in all sectors.

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SICCI CEO, Meone & Chairman Bartlett on SIBC. Mp3 audio

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