EU–Fisheries Investment: A high-level EU delegation met Solomon Islands’ Fisheries and Marine Resources Minister Hon. Franklyn Derek Wasi to discuss potential support for the Bina Harbour Tuna Processing Plant in Malaita, with talks also touching links to major infrastructure backers like the European Investment Bank. Food Safety for Seafood Exports: Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands and Tuvalu officials trained in Suva on new EU freezer-vessel food safety rules, aimed at keeping access to the EU seafood market that covers most Pacific-flagged exporters. Energy Shock Watch: Pacific leaders backed a regional response mechanism to manage Middle East-driven fuel and supply-chain disruptions, with Solomon Islands chairing the foreign ministers’ meeting. Fuel Prices Pressure: A Pacific business brief reports diesel and fuel costs continue to surge across the region, with Solomon Islands keeping caps mostly steady while inflation risks remain tied to energy prices. Solomons–Australia Reset: New PM Matthew Wale and Australia’s Anthony Albanese agreed to negotiate a comprehensive strategic treaty and review China’s security deal, alongside added development and training support. Tourism & WASH: UNICEF warns poor sanitation and open defecation are hurting Solomon Islands tourism growth, while Local Markets: Buala vendors received a new climate-resilient market building funded by Australia’s SIIP. Climate Insurance Proof: CBSI says first TrigaCash parametric microinsurance payouts reached policyholders quickly after heavy rainfall. Solar Upgrade: Heritage Park Hotel commissioned a large solar-plus-battery system to cut diesel use and keep power running during outages. Port & Industry Engagement: Solomon Ports hosts a public open day, and SICCI calls for stronger government–private sector dialogue on local content and contractor barriers.