Shiprider Agreement: The U.S. says the newly signed Solomon Islands–U.S. Shiprider deal is meant to strengthen sovereignty, with Solomon Islands officers keeping law enforcement powers while boarding U.S. Coast Guard vessels to tackle illegal fishing and sea-borne crime; the Government also says the document will be made public, after media coverage questions. Parliamentary Oversight Push: Opposition and Independent MPs are urging Prime Minister Matthew Wale to “walk the talk” by tabling the Shiprider Agreement in Parliament for debate and scrutiny, arguing it was signed without enough consultation or oversight. Maritime Security & Local Control: Officials say the arrangement supports surveillance across the Solomon Islands’ vast waters under Solomon Islands law and agreed procedures. Conservation Win: The Lukulobere Tribe in Choiseul celebrates official protected area status for 563 hectares, after years of fighting unwanted logging. Road Upgrade: Honiara’s Hot Bread roundabout road works enter final stages, with asphalt paving completed and remaining finishing tasks underway. Agribusiness Grants: MALD hands over SBD 1.34m to indigenous agribusinesses for value-adding and market access. Sports & Culture: Te Maeva Nui’s opening cultural night ends with a strong Oire Nikao performance featuring Solomon Islands dancer Alphy Ngire.