Maritime Security Deal: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says Solomon Islands will sign a ship-rider agreement next week in Honiara for U.S. Coast Guard patrols alongside local police, aiming to tackle drug trafficking, human trafficking and illegal fishing. Diplomacy & Investment: Wale also met U.S. Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau in Washington, with Bina Harbour and possible energy cooperation flagged, alongside support via DFC and MCC and calls for more U.S. private-sector investment. Urban Water Stress: Honiara residents in West Honiara report days-long water outages, even after Solomon Water said Ngossi pumping main repairs resumed production, warning full restoration may take up to 48 hours. Road Works in Honiara: Asphalt surfacing continues on Mendana Avenue under the LMCP, while the Riffle Range Roundabout upgrade is officially completed to improve traffic flow and drainage. Renewables for Communities: MECDM and China-backed partners complete Phase 1 of a mini solar power rollout across 25 constituencies, with Phase 2 set to begin. Local Skills for Fisheries: SINU consults industry to review and strengthen its Bachelor of Fisheries Studies programme for more hands-on, job-ready training. SME & Tourism Security: SICCI condemns attacks in Belaha, urging RSIPF action to protect visitor confidence and the livelihoods of small businesses. Rural Water Upgrade: MP Rick Hou hands over a $300k CDF-funded Niu Ples water supply project, including catchment, pipelines, storage and standpipes. Climate & Cities: Solomon Islands tells the UN climate change and rapid urban growth are reshaping housing, roads and water needs, pushing for climate-resilient urban planning.