Ocean Protection Push: Tonga’s PM Lord Fakafanua urged Pacific unity at the Melanesian Oceans Summit, warning sea-level rise, coral bleaching and stronger cyclones demand coordinated action beyond borders. Climate Cost Shock: Solomon Islands’ Ministry says the country is losing about US$79m a year to climate loss and damage—nearly 9% of GDP—while media training highlights the push for separate “loss and damage” funding. Humanitarian Pressure: A Category 4 storm is driving displacement across Solomon Islands, straining health services and exposing communities to hidden WWII explosives. Pacific Economy Watch: The World Bank warns growth across 11 Pacific economies will slow to 2.8% in 2026 as energy and shipping costs bite and tourism momentum fades. Solomons Politics: Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele was ousted in a no-confidence vote; Parliament now sets a new PM vote for May 15. Local Delivery: Baegu-Asifola wrapped up its 2025 CDF work, while Honiara’s CAUSE II project keeps rolling out road safety and stream cleanups.