Governor-General of Solomon Islands

Governor-General of Solomon Islands
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Incumbent Sir David Vunagi since 7 July 2019
Viceroy
Style	His Excellency
Residence	Government House, Honiara
Appointer	Monarch of Solomon Islands on the nomination by the National Parliament
Term length	5 years, renewable once
Constituting instrument	Constitution of Solomon Islands
Formation	7 July 1978
First holder	Sir Baddeley Devesi
Salary	130,000 SBD annually

Politics of Solomon Islands
The Crown Monarch Charles III Governor-General David Vunagi
Executive Cabinet Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare
Legislature National Parliament Speaker: Ajilon Nasiu Leader of the Opposition Jeremiah Manele Shadow Cabinet Constituencies Political parties
Elections Recent elections General: 2010 2014 2019 2024
Judiciary Judiciary
Administrative divisions Administrative divisions
Foreign relations Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Minister: Jeremiah Manele Diplomatic missions of / in Solomon Islands Passport Visa requirements Visa policy
Related topics Foreign relations Truth and Reconciliation Commission Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands (RAMSI)
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The governor-general of Solomon Islands is the representative of the Solomon Islands' monarch, currently King Charles III, in Solomon Islands. The governor-general is appointed by the monarch after their nomination by the National Parliament by vote, although the monarch is not bound to accept that nomination for appointment. The functions of the governor-general include appointing ministers, judges, and ambassadors; giving royal assent to legislation passed by parliament; and issuing writs for election.

In general, the governor-general observes the conventions of the Westminster system and responsible government, maintaining a political neutrality, and has to always act only on the advice of the prime minister. The governor-general also has a ceremonial role: hosting events at the official residence—Government House in the capital, Honiara—and bestowing honours to individuals and groups who are contributing to Solomon Islands and their communities. When travelling abroad, the governor-general is seen as the representative of Solomon Islands and its monarch.

Governors-general are appointed for a five-year term of office. Since 7 July 2019, the governor-general has been Sir David Vunagi.

The office of the governor-general was created on 7 July 1978, when Solomon Islands gained independence from the United Kingdom as a sovereign state and an independent constitutional monarchy. Since then, 7 individuals have served as governor-general.