Australia–Solomon Islands Treaty Talks: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met Matthew Wale in Honiara and confirmed negotiations are underway for a comprehensive bilateral treaty, aiming to conclude by year-end, alongside new education and policing support. Education & Skills Funding: Australia pledged SBD56 million for new books for every primary student, upgrades to rural training centres, and support for expanding access to education. Policing Academy MoU: An MoU was signed to support construction and advanced training for the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force Academy. Digital Payments Upgrade: CBSI and Australia began the Unified Quick Response (QR) Code Standard Project to create one national QR payment standard, improving interoperability for merchants and customers. Road Works for Trade & Mobility: Honiara’s Hotbread Roundabout–Central Market seaside road sealing is progressing, with reopening expected by end of week and remaining works shifting to the landside section. Cash Crunch in Temotu: Temotu Province faces recurring cash shortages, with limited EFTPOS access and cash circulation problems when freight payments leave the province. Mining Governance Cooperation: Solomon Islands and PNG agreed to strengthen mining sector governance, with reforms focused on transparency and greater national benefit, including plans for gold export and refining. Border Tech at Munda Airport: Munda International Airport went live with the Solomon Islands Border Management System, processing international arrivals electronically as part of the trilateral cooperation. Blue Economy Finance & Resilience: A UNDP piece highlights how Pacific blue economy growth needs stronger digital infrastructure and inclusion to help communities withstand climate shocks.