Road & Connectivity (Malaita): The Ministry of Infrastructure Development has started community consultations in Malaita for major North and East road upgrades under the World Bank-funded SIRAP2, with teams meeting landowners and residents on timelines, safeguards, traffic plans, and local jobs; Public Finance & Governance: Transparency Solomon Islands is calling for the revocation of a 6% cost-of-living salary adjustment for MPs, arguing it unfairly burdens taxpayers amid high living costs, while the Parliamentary Entitlements Commission says the increase followed constitutional process and consultations; Legislative Reform: MMERE has begun a series of meetings with a legislative and policy cabinet sub-committee to fast-track its reform programme, supported by legal drafters from the Attorney General’s Chambers; Disaster Recovery (TC Maila): The National Disaster Council says initial damage assessments for Tropical Cyclone Maila are completed and being validated by provinces as the country moves from response into long-term recovery; Investment & Trade (US talks): Prime Minister Matthew Wale wrapped up Washington meetings focused on investment and development, including strong interest in the Bina Harbour project and discussions with DFC, MCC and the US Chamber of Commerce; Energy/Urban Works (Honiara): The Riffle Range Roundabout upgrade under the Land and Maritime Connectivity Project is completed, aiming to improve traffic flow, safety, and stormwater drainage; Skills & Education: SINU will offer free Japanese language classes from late August 2026 with JICA support, open to students, staff and the public.