Education Reform Push: The GREAT Coalition’s PIMEU met MEHRD to track delivery of Free Education, Education Reform, STEM, Teachers’ Welfare and school infrastructure, with most priorities now reflected in the ministry’s annual work plan. Roads for Malaita: MID and SIRAP2 teams have started community consultations in Malaita for North and East road upgrades, outlining timelines, safeguards, traffic plans and local jobs; North is contracted to CCECC and East to TTCL. MP Pay Rise Backlash: Transparency Solomon Islands renewed calls to revoke MPs’ 6% cost-of-living adjustment, arguing it burdens taxpayers amid high food, transport and housing costs, while PEC defended the decision as constitutionally required after delayed reviews. Energy & Lawmaking: MMERE hosted consultations to fast-track legislative and policy reforms, supported by legal practitioners and drafting staff from the Attorney General’s Chambers. US Partnership Returns: Solomon Islands and the US signed a Letter of Intent to restore the Peace Corps programme, targeting education, community development and skills transfer. Maritime Security Deal: PM Wale says a US Coast Guard “ship-rider” agreement will be signed in Honiara next week to boost joint patrols with local police against trafficking and illegal fishing. Climate Unity for COP31: Pacific climate ministers, co-chaired by Wayne Ghemu, agreed to present a united Pacific position ahead of COP31 and Pre-COP31. Investment Outreach: PM Wale’s Washington talks with DFC, MCC and US business leaders highlighted Bina Harbour and opportunities in energy and tourism. Renewables Summit Line-up: Meridian Energy CEO Mike Roan confirmed as a keynote at the Oceania Renewable Power Summit in Auckland (7–8 Oct), with Solomon Power’s Joshua Suiramo also listed. Agribusiness Update: SIART support helped the Kwasila Piggery Farmers Association in Malaita restart breeding and build fattening houses, while they urge faster delivery of materials.