Solomon Islands–PNG Aviation: Solomon Airlines has been granted an international licence by Papua New Guinea to operate the Honiara–Port Moresby–Honiara route, with the licence handed over in Port Moresby. Governance & Democracy: Governor-General Tiva Kapu urged unity, urgency and protection of democracy as the country tackles climate change, youth unemployment and drug abuse after a recent political impasse. Justice Cooperation: A PNG–Solomon Islands twinning program will strengthen prosecution services, with prosecutors focusing on cybercrime, financial crimes, corruption and family/sexual violence. Youth & Elections: UNDP says youth must be more involved in politics and backs work to improve electoral readiness ahead of the 2028 polls. Environment & Waste: MECDM officials launched a coastal clean-up in Honiara, stressing environmental protection is a daily responsibility and urging the “Three Rs.” Fisheries Skills: The Pacific fisheries agency (FFA) is opening a scholarship intake for fisheries enforcement and compliance training. World Vision 40 Hour Challenge: More than 200 schools in New Zealand will go offline for 40 hours to raise funds for hungry children in Solomon Islands. Regional Security Debate: Pacific leaders renewed calls for peace as Solomon Islands’ PM floated ideas for a Pacific-wide security pact.