Security & Diplomacy Reset: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale says his government will review the secretive 2022 China security pact after getting access to the agreement only days before his Australia trip, while Australia and the Solomons agree to begin negotiations on a new comprehensive strategic treaty covering security, economic cooperation and development. Labour Mobility: Foreign Affairs Minister Rick Hou visited Solomon Islands workers at Golden Cockerel in Australia, reaffirming support for the labour mobility scheme and urging regular reviews to protect fair conditions and wellbeing. EU Fisheries Rules: EU food-safety changes under Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/1449 are set to affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific freezer vessels, with training in Suva for Solomon Islands and other national competent authorities on meeting stricter freezing requirements. Disaster Recovery (Cyclone Maila): GREAT/MEHRD will prioritize education in Choiseul and Western Province by repurposing development funding for damaged schools, following impact assessments and reassurance visits by PM Wale and Education Minister Stephen Kumi. Environment & Waste: Honiara’s coastal pollution is being linked to poor inland waste management as a week-long clean-up campaign gets underway with community and student participation. Women, Youth & Inclusion: At the Pacific Islands Forum Women Leaders Meeting, Solomon Islands’ John Maneniaru warned that rising costs and conflict impacts are hitting women, youth and vulnerable communities hardest, calling for action-focused regional responses. WASH Media Training: UNICEF and MASI wrapped up a WASH media workshop, ending with field visits to communities and schools benefiting from improved water and sanitation facilities. Youth Program Launch: A new phase of a youth and child protection initiative in Auki will focus on young people and children, strengthening leadership, entrepreneurship and violence prevention systems. Local Governance & Services: Western Province Premier Billy Veo urged GREAT and SIACL to fast-track upgrades to the Nusatupe Airport terminal in Gizo, saying land issues are resolved and delays must end.