Jobs & Business Climate: The GREAT Coalition says it wants 25,000 new jobs in four years, pushing law reforms and less red tape as Solomon Islands ranks low on ease of doing business. Maritime Safety: A formal marine inquiry has begun in Honiara into the MV ANJEANETTE fire and sinking, after preliminary findings flagged safety and legal concerns. Mining Governance: Parliament’s Bills and Legislation Committee rejects claims that more consultation on the Mineral Resources Bill 2025 would cost $1b, warning rushed changes could trigger fractured trust and instability. Energy & Water Reliability: Solomon Water warns east Honiara customers of low supply from problems at the Panatina Tank borehole pumps, with repairs underway. Skills & Training: The first five students depart for China under the “1,000 students per year” vocational initiative, while SINU heavy vehicle trainees get hands-on workshop exposure. Agriculture Livelihoods: SIART support helps Malaita poultry farmers scale up with 1,000 day-old chicks for a new production hub. Climate Readiness: El Niño is strengthening, with Solomon Islands urged to prepare for hotter, drier conditions affecting water, farming and health. Trade & Industry Recognition: SICCI launches expanded Business Excellence Awards (21 categories) to spotlight resilience and growth across more sectors. Infrastructure & Transport: Malaita road upgrades move closer after community consultations, and West Makira receives 17 boats and 18 outboard engines for remote transport needs. Regional Cooperation: Solomon Islands seeks deeper development partnership with Canada, focusing on education, jobs, affordable energy and connectivity.