7 Oct 2002

The Central Bank of Solomon Islands has taken over the monitoring of exports and imports

11:49 am on 7 October 2002

The Central Bank of Solomon Islands has taken over the monitoring of exports and imports of goods in the country.

A directive from the Minister of Finance states that all businesses who import and export have to clear their goods through the Central Bank first.

The measure is to enhance exchange control requirements and government revenue collection.