Cybercrime Law Push: Legal officers from across the Pacific met in Nadi, Fiji to finalise a regional handbook to help countries strengthen cybercrime laws and defenses, with Solomon Islands represented. Tsunami Watch: After a 7.8 quake off Mindanao, the US Tsunami Warning Centre issued advisories for many Pacific coasts including Solomon Islands, urging coastal communities to follow local instructions and stay out of the water. Opposition on Gold Licences: Opposition Leader Manasseh Sogavare says the PM misled the public on cancelling gold dealer licences, arguing no lawful cancellation process has been followed and licences remain operating. POW/MIA Recovery Deal: Solomon Islands and the US Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency signed an MOU to support recovery and repatriation of WWII remains. Acting PM Visits Hospital: Acting PM Francis Sade visited NRH’s Children’s Ward, linking the GREAT Coalition’s early focus to better health support for vulnerable children. Weather Warnings: SIMS issued strong wind warnings for several provinces and sea areas, advising caution for travellers and small boats. EU Development Focus: EU officials say projects won’t slow after the new government and highlighted support for climate-resilient water work and the proposed Bina Harbour tuna processing plant. Education Recovery: GREAT/MEHRD plans to prioritise schools in Choiseul and Western after Cyclone Maila, using repurposed funding. Regional Security & Trade: Forum foreign ministers backed a regional response mechanism tied to Middle East-driven economic and security risks, while EU rules training targets compliance for EU seafood exports. Australia–NZ–Solomons Diplomacy: New PM Matthew Wale is set to visit New Zealand for talks with Christopher Luxon, as Solomon Islands seeks a “reset” in its partnerships.