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Maritime Security Crackdown: RSIPF, Customs and Immigration intercepted the Belize-flagged cargo vessel MV Wealth in Renbel, after intelligence tracking since April linked it to transnational crime, including suspected drug trafficking and tobacco smuggling; 19 crew were taken into custody and the ship is now in Honiara for further investigation. Police Integrity Shock: Solomon Islands suspended Police Commissioner Ian Vaevaso after allegations he mishandled meth evidence, including destroying drugs and lying to investigators; a tribunal has been set up and he remains suspended pending its report. Regional Security Push: PM Matthew Wale floated a Pacific-wide “security architecture” idea in talks with Australia, arguing Pacific nations should lead responses to shared threats. Anti-Corruption & Appointments: Government says Attorney General Gabriel Suri will revisit the SIICAC Director General appointment process after concerns about how the recruitment was handled. Local Governance & Cost of Living: PM Wale urged Honiara City Council to adopt a clear, ambitious plan to make Honiara “livable,” including cost-cutting and basic service improvements; he also told Our Telekom to lower service charges. Environment Enforcement: Honiara saw intensified enforcement of the single-use plastics ban, with confiscations from businesses, while HCC demolished the Taliseh betel nut market citing safety and security concerns. Disaster Preparedness: NDMO activated the national drought response plan as El Niño conditions develop, setting up a drought advisory group to monitor water, agriculture and health impacts.

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