PNG–Solomon Security & Trade Framework: Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands signed a 2026–2030 framework to boost trade, investment, infrastructure, policing and security, with leaders also pushing closer cooperation on mining, fisheries, agriculture and border issues. Mining Sector Push: PNG Prime Minister James Marape offered Solomon Islands legal and technical mining expertise, urging PNG-owned companies to invest as Honiara reforms its resource governance. Maritime Investment & Seafarers: Solomon Islands marked International Day of the Seafarer at the Maritime College, while the Infrastructure Ministry flagged priorities to grow domestic shipping, maritime workforce training and safer connectivity. Port & Towage Services: PacTow launched a Towing Operations Customer Centre in Port Moresby, adding a faster online tug services request for ports across PNG and Solomon Islands. Rural Agriculture Support: CEMA agents are buying copra and cocoa in rural communities, cutting transport costs for farmers and improving local sales. El Niño Pressure on Food: Honiara markets report reduced slippery cabbage harvests as dry conditions bite. Climate Risk Warning: The Green Climate Fund warns Solomon Islands to prepare for a “super El Niño” in 2026–2027. Media & Creative Industry: Tavuli News signed a cooperation deal with Guizhou Today to expand journalism exchanges, and Solomon Islands will compete in the POP48 48-hour film challenge in September. Sports: Auckland United FC opened the OFC Women’s Champions League with an 11–1 win over Drehu Atletico in Honiara.