The Solomon Islands Government is advancing a package of constitutional reforms aimed at curbing political instability, strengthening parliamentary governance and protecting the independence of key institutions.
The GREAT Coalition Government says the proposed amendments are designed to address longstanding weaknesses in the political system, including unstable coalitions, party defections, repeated motions of no confidence and short parliamentary terms that disrupt policy continuity and national development.
In a statement, the Government said the reforms translate commitments outlined in the GREAT Coalition Statement of Policies released in July 2026 and its Policy Translation and Implementation Framework into proposed constitutional changes.
The reform package is built around six key areas: responsible use of motions of no confidence, stronger political party integrity and anti-defection measures, transparent government formation, a stable parliamentary term, stronger institutional independence and recognition of Solomon Islands’ Christian identity.
The proposals also include safeguards for Parliament and the Judiciary and support for the Opposition front bench.
The Government said the reforms are intended to provide greater continuity in government policies and development programmes while strengthening accountability among elected representatives.
“A more predictable political environment could allow governments to focus more consistently on delivering public services and improving the lives of citizens,” the statement said.
However, the Government stressed that political stability must not come at the expense of democratic accountability and parliamentary oversight.
“Political stability must go hand in hand with effective parliamentary scrutiny, institutional independence and the public’s ability to hold elected leaders accountable for their decisions and performance,” it said.
The proposed constitutional amendments will require legislative preparation and sufficient support in Parliament before they can proceed.
Under Section 61 of the Constitution, four of the proposed amendments require a three-quarters majority, or 38 of the 50 Members of Parliament, while the remaining amendments require a two-thirds majority of 34 Members.
The Government said the reform agenda reflects its commitment to strengthening democratic institutions and establishing a political system that balances stability with accountability.
It said the ultimate objective is to reduce recurring political disruptions and allow greater government focus on national priorities and sustainable development.
The proposed changes will require broad parliamentary support to become law.
