Earthquake Update: A 5.1-magnitude quake struck the Solomon Islands at 23:00 GMT on Friday, with the epicentre at 62.6 km depth, according to GFZ. US-Pacific Diplomacy: US President Joe Biden met Pacific island leaders for a second White House summit, announcing recognition for Cook Islands and Niue and new US$40 million support for secure, resilient infrastructure including undersea cable connectivity. Regional Security & Policing: Australia’s AFP handed RSIPF a $5.5m upgraded Tactical Training Centre, while Australia also plans to hand over the new Lofung border and patrol boat outpost to Solomon Islands on 17 August, boosting western maritime coordination. Maritime Capacity: RSIPF received two NIAD vessels from Australia to strengthen coastal and inter-island operations. Mining Law Reform: Parliament heard the Mineral Resources Bill 2025, aiming to modernise mining rules, tighten environmental safeguards, and make Community Development Agreements a statutory requirement. Economy & Budget: Finance Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo said real GDP growth is revised to 3.5% this year as mining, agriculture, tourism and fisheries strengthen, while logging declines. Honiara Infrastructure: Work on the Honiara International Port upgrade is moving into the next phase for the International Berth 1 seaward extension. Football: OFC confirmed the teams for the next OFC Pro League season, with Solomon Kings among the eight original clubs. Community Development: Small Malaita praised China’s embassy for a SBD100,000 grant to buy boats and an engine for rural transport and access to services.