Australia–Solomon Islands Reset: Prime Minister Matthew Wale’s Canberra visit signalled a “reset” with Australia, with both leaders backing a new comprehensive strategic treaty built on mutual trust, respect and open dialogue, plus deeper police cooperation. Security Pact Watch: In Honiara, PM Manasseh Sogavare told parliament the 2022 China security pact won’t undermine regional peace, while lawmakers urged public disclosure of its terms. EU Investment Focus: The EU says its Solomon Islands partnership is continuing and shifting toward more investment-led cooperation, including discussions around the proposed Bina Harbour tuna processing plant and climate-resilience projects. Rural Development Leadership: The Ministry of Rural Development formally welcomed new Minister Daniel Waneoroa, pledging support for rural service delivery under the GREAT government. Community & Education: In Auki, a socialisation workshop discussed the SINIIP infrastructure pipeline; in Gizo, 56 Papapi Technical School students graduated; and in Malaita, Save the Children’s SOLKAS project supported school resilience and water access. Weather & Safety: SIMS issued a strong wind warning for several provinces and urged sea travellers to take extreme caution. Regional Alert: After a 7.8 Philippines quake, tsunami advisories were issued across parts of the Pacific including Solomon Islands, with coastal agencies told to act on local instructions.