Pacific Economy Watch: The World Bank says growth across 11 Pacific island economies is set to cool sharply, with 2026 forecasts slipping to around 2.8% (and “below three per cent” in some cases) as diesel dependence, higher fuel and shipping costs, and weaker tourism bite—Fiji led the slowdown as visitors fell, while Solomon Islands logging weakened. Honiara Traffic Relief: In the capital, SICCI welcomed a government move to relocate east Honiara buses away from the Central Market, shifting operations to the MID pool area next to the Honiara City Council roundabout to ease congestion and keep goods moving. Climate + Energy Funding: The Pacific Resilience Facility Treaty has entered into force after Australia and Fiji ratified it, aiming to push community-level climate and disaster grants. Community Action: A CAUSE II stream cleanup in Honiara removed 14 truckloads of waste in three weeks, with single-use plastics and household rubbish flagged as key drivers. Solomon Islands Politics: Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele was ousted in a no-confidence vote, with a new leadership vote expected next week.