Pacific Diplomacy: Australia’s PM Anthony Albanese heads to Fiji to sign the Vuvale Union agreement, then flies to Honiara to push talks on a new treaty with Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale, as regional security and China’s influence stay front and centre. Parliament Security: 30 Royal PNG Constabulary personnel are deployed to Honiara to support law and order ahead of an upcoming Solomon Islands Parliament sitting. Mining Integrity: Solomon Islands, UNDP and the UK back stronger coordination to curb corruption and revenue leakages as the country prepares to rejoin EITI. Infrastructure Milestone: Santa Cruz Airport Terminal works are substantially completed, with testing and commissioning underway. Water Worries: Solomon Water warns temporary rationing may be needed during El Niño if supplies keep dropping. Weather Alert: A strong wind warning remains current for Solomon Islands waters, with rough seas and hazardous conditions for small boats. Independence Build-Up: A national thanksgiving church service is set for July 5 ahead of the 48th Independence anniversary on July 7.