US-Pacific Diplomacy: With no resident US ambassador across 14 Pacific Island countries, a US push for “more presence” is being debated after Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau’s Pacific trip and announced investment plans, as China and Taiwan diplomacy continue to shape regional attention. Mineral Resources Bill: Solomon Islands’ Bills and Legislation Committee rejects claims that extra consultation on the Mineral Resources Bill 2025 would cost $1b, warning rushed changes could trigger fractured trust and instability for landowners, provinces, investors and the wider economy. Infrastructure & Accountability: The Ministry of Infrastructure Development says road signs and public assets on the Henderson–Alligator corridor are being damaged, urging communities to protect LMCP upgrades. Health Cooperation: A Solomon Islands MHMS delegation in New Delhi advanced health cooperation with India, including recognition of the Indian Pharmacopoeia and implementation of health MOUs. Climate & Risk: Solomon Islands is urged to prepare for El Niño impacts, with possible hotter, drier conditions affecting water, agriculture, fisheries and health. Trade & Skills: SICCI launches expanded Business Excellence Awards (21 categories) and the National Annual Trade Fair spotlights innovation and entrepreneurship, while West Makira receives a $1.5m China-funded maritime transport boost for health, education, fisheries and agriculture.