Pacific Diplomacy: China’s “Wolf Warrior” pressure over Taiwan’s presence at the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau left host Palau in the middle, with Beijing warning of “consequences” and leaders pushing for a unified Pacific response on sovereignty and transparency. Regional Security & Fisheries: Solomon Islands Foreign Minister Rick Houenipwela called for a future-fit Regional Fisheries Surveillance Centre in Honiara as illegal fishing and maritime threats evolve, while RAAF surveillance support helped identify vessels of interest during Operation Solania. Climate-Ready Schools: A new EU-UNICEF €17m programme will upgrade climate-resilient water, sanitation, renewable power and maintenance systems for about 15,000 children (including Solomon Islands) and train teachers and communities for disaster-ready schooling. Solomon Islands Finance & Payments: CBSI Governor appointed Vice Chair of the Pacific Islands Regional Initiative, highlighting work on financial inclusion, unified QR, digital literacy and MSME financing. Agriculture & Construction: SIART training strengthened rural farmers’ financial literacy and feed formulation in Malaita, while Auki’s new agriculture office building passed the halfway mark under World Bank-funded work. Business Climate: SICCI says political instability is still stalling decisions and hurting business confidence ahead of the no-confidence motion period. Maritime Safety: A marine inquiry has begun into the MV Anjeanette fire, sinking and presumed loss of life, including cargo and emergency response practices.