Security & Diplomacy: Solomon Islands signed a finalized U.S. shiprider security agreement in Honiara while reaffirming its “friend to all, enemy to none” stance despite already having a security agreement with China, drawing sharp opposition criticism. Connectivity & Telecoms: China-aided National Broadband Infrastructure Project was handed over, boosting coverage from 56% to 86% across nine provinces and 35 islands. Maritime Economy: Productive Sector and SIMA mapped a 90-day work plan, including moves toward a Solomon Islands International Shipping Registry to grow the blue economy. Infrastructure in Honiara: The Hot Bread–Honiara City Council road upgrade is in its final stage, with asphalt paving complete and finishing works underway. Agribusiness & Jobs: MALD handed over SBD 1.34m to four indigenous agribusinesses for downstream processing and market access, while CEMA support continues to help cocoa farmers expand production. Seaweed Support: Government delivered 50 boats and engines worth SBD 3.45m to seaweed farmers to improve transport and productivity. Governance & People: GEDSI training strengthened inclusive delivery for the SOLKAS project, and 18 senior women completed WELSI leadership training. Mining Safety: A landslide at Gold Ridge mine killed at least one and left 10 feared dead, with calls for urgent action against illegal mining around the site.