Maritime Infrastructure: Solomon Ports Authority has commissioned the new Kulabule Jetty at Honiara’s Domestic Terminal, named for late Captain Judah Kulabule, with the facility expected to ease congestion and boost domestic shipping for passengers and cargo, including agricultural produce and fisheries. Skills for Industry: Australia handed SINU TAFE training equipment worth over SBD170,000 to support about 190 students in building construction, carpentry and joinery. Road Safety Management: MID, with World Bank support under SIRAP2, concluded a national road safety action plan training and conference in Honiara, setting up the groundwork for a National Road Safety Council. Disaster Preparedness: The National Disaster Management Office activated a drought response plan as El Niño conditions develop, with a drought advisory group monitoring rainfall, water, agriculture and health impacts. Customs & Shipping Compliance: Solomon Islands Customs introduced new ASYCUDA World manifest data requirements for shipping and airline agents, including extra importer details and carrier TINs. Telecom Costs: PM Matthew Wale urged Our Telekom to lower service charges to help ease the cost of living. Central Banking & Construction: CBSI launched procurement for an eight-storey headquarters in Honiara designed to meet Australian/New Zealand and local seismic and building standards.