Pacific Games Accountability: Opposition Leader Manasseh Sogavare says he accepts “political responsibility” for failures flagged in the special audit of 2023 Pacific Games spending, while Transparency Solomon Islands and others press for public answers on unlawful expenditure, procurement breaches, and record-keeping. Mining Bill Pressure: The Bills and Legislation Committee has written to PM Matthew Wale asking him to withdraw the Mineral Resources Bill 2025, after Gold Ridge landowners demand more consultation and clarity on proposed changes, including a possible sovereign wealth fund. Regional Leadership: PM Wale departs for Palau to attend the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting, where he will hand over the Forum chairmanship. SME Finance: Government and CBSI relaunch the SME Credit Guarantee Scheme after a 2025 suspension, with CBSI warning youth- and women-owned businesses still face barriers to accessing credit. Health Infrastructure: The SBD250m Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre opens, with services set to start and new systems for primary care. Energy & Climate: China and Solomon Islands sign the second phase of the mini solar power project, while a NZ-backed regional climate mobility programme is launched across the Pacific. TB Prevention: A preventive TB mission in Isabel screened 220 contacts, started 33 on preventive treatment, and detected new cases. Disaster Response: Opposition leader Sogavare challenges “patience” messaging for Maila-affected communities still facing food shortages.