Road Safety & City Works: Honiara road users are being urged to stay patient and respect traffic controllers during ongoing Mendana Avenue roadworks after an incident where a pedestrian slapped a controller. New Leadership & Governance: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale says officials suspected of corruption or misuse of funds will be removed, as he resets ties with Australia and prepares for further policy moves. Australia Support & Accountability: Australia announced SBD 200 million in direct budget support for cyclone recovery and energy-price pressures, with the Opposition calling for transparent, needs-based spending. EU Investment Focus: The EU says its Solomon Islands projects will continue under the new government, with emphasis on infrastructure, good governance, renewable energy and the proposed Bina Harbour tuna processing plant. Minimum Wage System: An ILO-backed workshop in Honiara is training government and employers on minimum wage setting and review, aiming for a fairer, data-led process. Finance & Payments Review: A US consultant is in Malaita for TrigaCash consultation to improve how people learn about and access the initiative ahead of a second phase. Water Infrastructure: Solomon Water reports progress on three new Honiara reservoirs, moving into testing and commissioning. Trade & Food Safety: Pacific fisheries officials train on EU freezer-vessel rules that could affect 97% of EU-listed Pacific vessels exporting tuna.