Correspondent Banking: Pacific leaders met in Majuro to push ahead the Pacific Strengthening Correspondent Banking Relationships project, aiming to keep reliable international payment links open for trade, remittances and tourism while tightening anti-money laundering and financing of terrorism work. Bilateral Trade & Security: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale and PNG PM James Marape signed a 2026–2030 Framework Agreement on Development and Economic Cooperation, covering trade, investment, infrastructure and security, with Wale also urging stronger Melanesian leadership. Agriculture & Rural Incomes: East Guadalcanal and West Guadalcanal cocoa and copra farmers say CEMA’s rural buying points and support are cutting transport costs and helping them earn more. Ports & Shipping: SIPA says it will expand the Honiara Domestic Port with a new wharf, loading ramps and more reclamation space, while also highlighting how it funds upgrades through savings and partners like the World Bank. Remittances: M-Selen partnered with Rocket Remit to let Solomon Islanders in Australia, New Zealand and the UK send money directly to M-Selen wallets for faster, cheaper transfers. Climate & Food Prices: Honiara markets report slippery cabbage supplies are down as El Niño-driven dry weather reduces harvests, changing bundle sizes and availability. Media Cooperation: Tavuli News signed an agreement with Guizhou Today Convergent Media Group to expand journalism exchanges and training. Maritime Workforce: Solomon Islands marked International Day of the Seafarer with renewed focus on maritime investment, safety and workforce development.