Court & Governance: Solomon Islands Attorney-General John Muria Jnr says the new Coalition’s High Court challenge to force Parliament to sit is a “futile exercise,” arguing it lacks a reasonable cause of action and failed due process; the strike-out application is set for Friday. Integrity in Public Office: Opposition leader Manasseh Sogavare escalates calls for Attorney-General Gabriel Suri to step aside from all APID-related matters amid concerns over conflict of interest tied to a live State case over alleged unpaid mining royalties from 33 bauxite shipments. Security Agreements: Prime Minister Matthew Wale reiterates the China security pact will stay secret, citing a legally binding non-disclosure clause, while promising greater parliamentary oversight for future treaties. Resource Sector Oversight: The Mines Division begins compliance verification for Gold Dealer Licence holders, with inspections underway and regulatory action to follow full assessments. Rural Development: North Guadalcanal hands over 13 trucks to support its 13 economic zones, funded through PRC and Solomon Islands government contributions. Health & Transparency: UNDP and the British High Commission run training for civil society on EITI implementation, monitoring and reporting to strengthen extractives transparency. Labour Policy: Minimum wage review is underway as Labour Division surveys provinces, with analysis to follow.