Renewable Energy Deal: The Chinese Embassy and Solomon Islands’ Environment ministry signed the second phase of the mini solar power project, aiming to extend clean energy access to the remaining 25 constituencies. Community Lighting Push: A PRC-funded handover delivered 400 solar streetlights to East Honiara communities, boosting safety and everyday services. SME Finance Restart: Government reopened the Small and Medium Enterprises Credit Guarantee Scheme (SMECGS) after its 2025 suspension, with CBSI and MCILI urging banks to resume submissions and MSMEs to access credit responsibly. Urban Health Upgrade: The SBD250m Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre opened in Honiara, bringing expanded primary care and new systems like nurse call and digital records, with birthing services set to start in September. Agriculture Support: World Bank Resident Representative Bernard Harborne visited Guadalcanal ABPO projects under SIART, including cocoa processing and poultry support. Port Operations Focus: Solomon Ports Board toured Honiara port systems and the Berth 1 redevelopment site to track progress and improve operations. Education Pathways: Government prepares a fully funded initiative sending 1,000 students to China, starting with 200 later this year. Bauxite Accountability: Opposition renewed calls for investigation into missing records tied to 33 West Rennell bauxite shipments, while the Government faces scrutiny over royalties and documentation.