Solar & telecom power: Polar Power says it has received repeat purchase orders for 15 more Solar Hybrid Power Systems in the Solomon Islands, backing broadband expansion to remote telecom sites. Telecom reform push: PM Matthew Wale met Satsol leadership as the company plans rural service expansion, while the Government flags reforms including a review of the Telecommunications Act and changes to the regulator. Energy & accountability: PAC questioned MMERE over SBD21.69m in advanced warrants for the Tina River Hydropower project, with spending now seeking regularisation via the 2026 Supplementary Appropriation Bill. Disaster resilience in Honiara: Minister Derrick Manuari opened regional geohazard and tsunami warning meetings, highlighting Pacific Ring of Fire risks and the need for monitoring and early warning. Labour data gap: MCILI told PAC the country lacks a single database for the formal labour workforce, relying partly on National Provident Fund data while a labour survey is being prepared. Rural growth hubs: MRD is developing a policy framework to establish Constituency Economic Growth Centres as decentralized commercial and industrial hubs. Education funding scrutiny: PAC probed MEHRD supplementary requests, including a $3.3m push to rehabilitate Honiara Senior High School, while debate continues over the sustainability of free education plans. Mining & royalties: Government outlined a sliding-scale gold royalty system linked to global prices, plus new labs to verify mineral exports. Infrastructure momentum: Work is progressing on the Australia-funded Seghe Market (75% complete) and Honiara’s second road corridor is moving into feasibility and detailed design with ADB support.