Climate & Water Security: Solomon Water warns Honiara and other centres could face temporary rationing if El Niño-linked dry conditions keep reducing water sources, though current disruptions are also blamed on other factors; customers are urged to start conserving now. Fuel Costs: July fuel rates take effect with diesel and kerosene dropping sharply in Honiara, while petrol rises slightly, easing transport and business operating costs for the month. Mining Governance: UNDP, the UK and Solomon Islands EITI partners convened a national workshop to strengthen coordinated action against corruption, illicit financial flows and revenue leakage as mining activity increases. SME Finance: Government signed a revised MoU with the Central Bank to improve the SME Credit Guarantee Scheme, with SBD18 million earmarked for 2026 to expand access to business lending. Aviation Infrastructure: Construction of the Santa Cruz Airport Terminal nears completion, with major works substantially finished and commissioning underway, supporting Temotu’s connectivity and trade. Business & Wages: SICCI and private sector groups urged broad provincial consultation and an economic impact assessment before any minimum wage adjustment. Tourism & Local Trade: Honiara City Council will launch the Naghoniara Vaka Flea Market (5–7 July) to boost local enterprise and tourism during Independence Week. Regional Security & Deals: Australia’s PM Anthony Albanese is set to visit Fiji and Honiara to progress security and economic agreements, including talks tied to Pacific-wide defence cooperation.