The Regional Perspectives Project was about listening to, and learning from, Pacific people on a range of topics that reflect Pacific priorities, including relationships with other countries. This report presents a summary of the key findings from Phase 2 of the research undertaken in Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. It should be read in conjunction with the summary of Phase 1 summary report published in June 2024.

The recommendations have been developed by the research teams and are based on the combined findings of Phases 1 and 2 of the research. They identify recommendations for the respective governments.

The findings for Solomon Islands are themed around:

1. connection, communication and information
2. bilateral partnership
3. youth, women, and people with a disability
4. governance
5. peacebuilding.

The findings for Vanuatu are themed around:

1. community centred development
2. integration of customary and modern governance
3. leadership and political transparency
4. climate-induced and natural disasters
5. security and community development priorities.