Security & Diplomacy: Tonga PM Siaosi Sovaleni says Tonga is monitoring Solomon Islands’ China security pact and will raise it at the next Pacific Islands Forum Leaders meeting. Renewable Power: Solomon Power commissioned a 250kW Tulagi solar hybrid plant, backed by ADB and government funding, aiming to cut diesel reliance and improve electricity reliability for communities and businesses. Public Accountability: Transparency Solomon Islands and Western Province Premier Billy Veo renewed calls for answers on where millions pledged for Cyclone Maila recovery have gone, urging public updates on funds received, spent, and remaining. National Governance & Civic Education: National Parliament’s civic education team visited Vura School to help Form 3 students revise Parliament’s role, law-making, representation, scrutiny, and citizen participation. Finance & Inclusion: CBSI will run a second Financial Services National Demand Side Survey (Sept–Oct 2026) to map access, usage, quality, satisfaction, and readiness for climate-related financial products. Jobs & Private Sector: Commerce/Industry/Labour/Immigration highlighted a plan targeting 25,000 jobs, while SICCI urged faster electricity reforms and lower energy costs to unlock private sector growth. Maritime Safety: The MV Anjeanette marine inquiry continues in Honiara, examining operations, emergency response, and compliance after the July fire. Sports & National Pride: PM Matthew Wale urged Solomon Islands teams to play with discipline as they head to Fiji for the MSG Prime Minister’s Cup; the men’s side opened with a 3-3 draw against Fiji.