Australia–Solomon Treaty Push: Newly elected PM Matthew Wale is in Canberra to “reset” ties with Australia, with leaders committing to negotiate a comprehensive treaty and boost police co-operation, while Wale also says he will review the secretive 2022 China security pact. Security Pact Review: Wale says the China deal had a non-disclosure clause and he only saw the full copy days before his visit, prompting leadership changes and a formal review. Climate Finance for Resilience: The GEF has approved new LDCF/SCCF projects including Solomon Islands, with over US$67m for flood/coastal risk reduction, food and water security, disaster preparedness and resilient livelihoods. Digital Money Skills: CBSI and Rural Inclusion held the first National Digital Financial Literacy Content Hub workshop to improve rollout of digital financial services and consumer protection. Local Markets Upgrade: Buala vendors welcomed the handover of a new climate-resilient market building funded by Australia’s SIIP, including solar lighting, water storage and accessible facilities. Sustainable Tourism Investment: Heritage Park Hotel commissioned a large solar system to cut diesel and grid dependence, aiming to supply up to 95% of its power needs. Education Policy Debate: Opposition leader Manasseh Sogavare warns fee-free education must be matched with school quality, teachers and infrastructure, not rushed on uncertain financing. Road Transport Law Review: A workshop reviewed the Road Transport Act (Cap. 131) to strengthen safety, regulation and enforcement in Honiara.