Copra Support: CEMA reiterates its “farmers first” copra push, defending the $3.05 management fee introduced March 19, 2026 to help producers and fund its mandated work, as exporters challenge the authority to publish audited figures. EU Investment Focus: The EU says its Solomon Islands cooperation is shifting toward more investment-driven partnerships after a high-level visit, with talks covering climate resilience, infrastructure, governance and a potential boost for the Bina Harbour tuna processing plant. Bina Harbour Tuna Plant: EU officials met Solomon Islands fisheries leadership to explore support for the Malaita project, citing job creation and stronger domestic processing—while stressing implementation quality and commercial partners. Coral Triangle LNG Cover: A regional campaign says most major insurers still won’t rule out LNG expansion cover in the Coral Triangle, despite biodiversity risks; only one firm (SCOR) reportedly added new restrictions. Gold Licence Dispute: Opposition Leader Manasseh Sogavare accuses the Prime Minister of misleading the public on gold dealer licence cancellations, arguing no lawful cancellation process has been followed and licences remain operating. Food Safety for Seafood Exports: Pacific fisheries authorities train on new EU freezer-vessel rules (Delegated Regulation EU 2025/1449) that could affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific vessels, tightening cold-chain requirements for tuna. Energy & Water for Industry: UNICEF reports WASH upgrades in 65 schools across Central Islands and Guadalcanal, while EU highlights renewable energy and Honiara water investments aimed at resilience and emissions cuts. Agriculture Innovation: FAO-backed STODAS work continues to spur agrifood entrepreneurship across Fiji, Samoa and Solomon Islands through EU-funded competitions and incubator support.