UN diplomacy & climate pressure: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale and PNG leaders used UNGA81 to demand real emissions cuts and stronger support as sea-level rise threatens livelihoods, with Environment Minister Wayne Ghemu calling for adaptation finance, climate mobility support, and respect for international legal obligations. Legal push for climate justice: Forum SG Baron Waqa hailed the ICJ advisory opinion on climate obligations as a “historic milestone,” while Pacific AGs and legal teams are in Nadi for a writeshop preparing submissions. Regional security & crime: Permanent Secretary Trevor Unusu urged a whole-of-government approach to transnational organised crime, warning of gaps between laws and enforcement and calling for better coordination and institutional capacity. UXO & public safety: The U.S. handed over a UXO training classroom at Hell’s Point to the RSIPF to expand humanitarian demining and EOD capacity. Labour mobility: Australia confirmed Solomon Islands is among 10 PALM scheme eligible countries for work placements. Community development: Australia-backed projects delivered new water supply and solar lighting on Kolombangara, and Ruavatu Parish took ownership of a new community hall. Agriculture support: SIART says 14,665 farmers are supported via SBD38.08m in grant agreements with 96 producer organisations across Guadalcanal, Malaita and Makira/Ulawa. Education & governance: USP held its Solomon Islands graduation (215 graduates), with leaders stressing Pacific regionalism and turning knowledge into action. Health advice: Health Ministry urged Honiara residents with non-emergency symptoms to use city clinics rather than NRH emergency. International ties: Foreign Minister Rick Houenipwela urged stronger g7+ cooperation, and India was placed on the PIF “strategic partner stream,” with FIPIC talks covering renewable energy, climate action and disaster resilience.