Democracy & Governance: Opposition Leader Manasseh Sogavare marked International Day of Democracy by arguing Solomon Islands democracy must mean more than elections—citizens must be informed, able to question leaders, and demand accountability while accepting responsibility. PM’s Diplomacy: Prime Minister Matthew Wale is set to travel to the UN General Assembly in New York, with bilateral meetings planned on the margins, after recent political turbulence at the Pacific Islands Forum. Court & Political Scrutiny: Moffat Konofilia faces sentencing on 16 September over his role in the 2021 Honiara riots, with renewed claims circulating about possible wider political connections. Private Sector & Energy Reform: SICCI CEO James Dolarii urged faster electricity market reforms, including amendments to the Electricity Act, to cut business costs and unlock renewable power. Climate Action & Disaster Readiness: Wale opened the 5th Pacific climate conference in Honiara, pushing “Pacific knowledge into Pacific action,” while government received an Excess Rainfall insurance payout after early-August heavy rains. Security Cooperation: RSIPF and ADF completed a drone pilot course under Exercise Coastwatchers, boosting policing capacity for remote surveillance and disaster response. Police-China Link: Solomon Islands reaffirmed police capacity cooperation with China following a ministerial dialogue in Beijing. Local Development: Shortlands Constituency handed over 57 boats and 57 outboard motors to applicants, supporting community transport and livelihoods.