MSME Boost: MCILI and Strongim Bisnis handed laptops and Starlink units to five Strongim Bisnis Business Accelerator winners, linking coaching and a Shark Tank-style pitch to a new blended financing facility with DBSI. Fisheries Investment: Minister Polycarp Paea confirmed Bina Harbour Tuna Processing remains the government’s top fisheries priority through April 2028, with stronger monitoring, traceability, and safeguards for customary rights. Port Upgrade: Honiara International Port’s International Berth 1 upgrade has entered the next phase, with temporary marine piling structures now being fabricated ahead of a 30-metre seaward extension. Mining Law Reform: Derrick Manuari introduced a new Mineral Resources Bill to replace the 30-year-old mining act, putting Community Development Agreements and stronger landowner and environmental protections at the centre. Police Capacity: RSIPF received a $5.5m upgraded Tactical Training Centre from Australia’s AFP, aimed at improving readiness and professional training. Economic Outlook: Finance Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo said real GDP growth is revised to 3.5%, driven by mining, agriculture, tourism and fisheries, while logging continues to decline. Regional Energy & Infrastructure: Solomon Islands launched PacFresH2O for freshwater security and climate resilience, while work continues on Tina River’s transmission line to expand renewable power to Honiara.