Pacific Security: China confirmed a rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific on July 6, landing in a “blue continent” area near the Solomon Islands; Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale said “this is not something a friend does,” while regional leaders and Australia condemned it as “provocative” and “destabilising.” Foreign Affairs: Solomon Islands FM Rick Houenipwela will visit China July 10–15, with Beijing framing it as deepening “practical cooperation” despite “external noise.” Local Governance: Home Affairs Minister Father Manasseh Maelanga pledged closer work with Honiara City Council to keep the capital “modern, safer, cleaner,” alongside stronger law enforcement and community crime prevention. Transport Works: Westbound passengers will use a temporary HCC bus stop behind council HQ during Hot Bread Roundabout–Central Market road works (about three weeks). Climate & Disaster Risk: MECDM officers completed eight days of climate adaptation training in Tulagi to strengthen risk-informed planning. UXO & Development: Police Minister John Tuhaika Jnr launched IMSMA Core, a national UXO/ERW database to improve public safety and mine-action data. Health & Community: UNICEF supported Ghaobata Ward communities to build climate-resilient rural toilets; MHMS marked World Skin Health Day, urging early treatment and tackling stigma. Economy & Services: CBSI and Australia began a Unified QR payment standard project; Temotu Province faces worsening cash shortages due to limited banking access.