Originally, plans were to construct the new main stadium in Burns Creek before shifting to the Solomon Islands National University sports grounds.

[5] After the Solomon Islands switched political allegiance from Taiwan to the People's Republic of China, the Chinese government committed to providing grants for the construction of the stadium and other projects for the games around the capital.

[2] The first event held at the stadium was a friendly association football match between the Solomon Islands women's national team and Vanuatu scheduled for late October 2023.

[11] Many members of the public and government, including opposition leader Matthew Wale, criticized the hosting of the Pacific Games and costs of construction and its long-term benefits.

BenarNews reported that Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare argued that the country's economy would have collapsed if it were not for the positive financial impact of the games.