The Solomon Islands joined over 180 countries on March 3rd to celebrate World Wildlife Day, highlighting the critical link between the country’s “living pharmacies” and the survival of its people. Minister for Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management, and Meteorology Hon. Wayne Ghemu delivered official remarks centered on this year’s theme: “Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage, and Livelihood.” The Minister emphasized that for Solomon Islanders, biodiversity is not just an environmental concern but also a matter of primary healthcare.
