Formation of The Commission
See also: Truth And Reconciliation Commission ActIn late August 2008, Sam Iduri, Minister for Peace and Reconciliation, introduced a Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill to the National Parliament of the Solomon Islands. In February 2009, it was reported that Archbishop Desmond Tutu, former chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of South Africa, would visit the Solomons in April to assist in setting up the Commission.
Australia has contributed approximately A$500,000 towards the establishment of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
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