China–Solomon Islands Diplomacy: Foreign Minister Rick Houenipwela met China’s Wang Yi in Beijing, with Beijing stressing its ties bring “no political strings,” no “sphere of influence,” and pledging deeper cooperation in green energy, health, education and climate. Regional Security & Missile Fallout: The meeting comes amid regional anger over China’s submarine-launched nuclear-capable missile test in the South Pacific, which Solomon Islands leaders and others said “caused tension.” PM Travel & Key Visits: Prime Minister Matthew Wale is set to travel to the U.S. and Japan on an eight-day trip, while he will welcome Papua New Guinea PM James Marape to Honiara for official talks. Maritime Boundaries: Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea concluded a two-day technical meeting in Honiara to progress their maritime boundary treaty work. Governance & Courts: The Attorney-General rejected Opposition claims over the Kalu v Attorney-General/JLSC matter, while the Opposition raised concerns about legal independence. Rennell Bauxite Probe: Government investigators are reviewing records from 2017 onward as the state widens the Rennell bauxite investigation, with former PM Manasseh Sogavare potentially facing questioning. Health in Malaita: Japan officially handed over the upgraded Kilufi Hospital, a major Malaita healthcare boost. Public Service Reform: The Ministry of Public Service is consulting on new Public Service Regulations and Public Service Orders. Law & Order Pressure: Opposition and Independent MPs renewed calls for urgent action against rising crime in Central Guadalcanal. Domestic Transport Disruption: Solomon Airlines domestic services are strained with only one Twin Otter plane available, causing cancellations and delays.