The Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands (RAMSI), also known as Operation Helpem Fren and Operation Anode, was created in 2003 in response to a request for international aid by the Governor-General of the Solomon Islands. Helpem Fren means "help a friend" in Solomon Islands Pijin.
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