Energy & Infrastructure: Construction has started on a 22-kilometre transmission line linking Tina River hydropower to Honiara’s grid, aiming to deliver up to 15MW of renewable power and cut reliance on imported diesel. Parliament & Oversight: The Public Accounts Committee questioned advanced warrants of SBD21.69m tied to the Tina River Hydropower project, as officials sought approval to regularise spending. Governance Reform: MPGIS has completed a second round of consultations on amendments to the Provincial Government Act, pushing for stronger national–provincial coordination and better public service delivery. Regional Security & Climate: Pacific foreign ministers backed a new regional peace and security action plan and discussed Solomon Islands’ proposed Blue Pacific Ocean of Peace treaty, while climate talks ahead of COP31 focused on finance, renewables and Pacific leadership. Foreign Policy (China/Taiwan): China urged the Pacific Islands Forum secretariat to stick to the one-China principle after Taiwan’s planned attendance at the Palau leaders meeting was confirmed. Sports (OFC): Rewa FC bounced back with a 4-2 win over Tupapa Maraerenga, setting up a key clash against Solomon Islands’ Lae City. Community Projects: East Kwaio communities in Malaita are receiving clean water, solar power and school upgrades through the Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnerships program. Media Loss: Tributes continue for veteran Solomon Islands journalist George Atkin, a pioneer of independent media.