China Pact Secrecy: Prime Minister Matthew Wale says Solomon Islands will keep its 2022 security pact with China undisclosed because a non-disclosure clause is legally binding, despite earlier calls for publication. Regional Diplomacy: Wale also signalled Bougainville independence could be raised in talks with Papua New Guinea PM James Marape ahead of Pacific leader meetings in Palau. Australia Reset on Security: In Canberra, Wale and Australia’s PM Anthony Albanese backed a “reset” in ties and agreed to negotiate a comprehensive strategic treaty based on mutual trust, respect and open dialogue, alongside expanded police cooperation. Minimum Wage Review: The Labour Division has started province-wide surveys for a minimum wage review, with Honiara data due this month before analysis by the National Statistics Office and the ILO. Anti-Corruption Push: Wale warned that any public official suspected of corruption or misuse of public funds will be removed, linking the crackdown to resource-sector integrity. EU Engagement: The EU reaffirmed commitment to Solomon Islands and shifted toward more investment-focused cooperation, including discussions around Bina Harbour. Water Infrastructure: Solomon Water is progressing on new concrete reservoirs in Honiara, moving from completed structures to testing and commissioning. Bauxite Probe: Government has begun investigating 33 controversial bauxite shipments from Rennell, citing legal steps to restore integrity in the minerals sector.