Labour Mobility: Australian employers have arrived in Honiara for the first PALM scheme expo, running October 20–23. The event aims to build employer confidence and partnerships as the government targets 5,000 workers in Australia each year; it is not a recruitment drive. Fisheries: The FFA’s largest surveillance operation of 2026 covered 30.5 million square kilometres, identified 13 vessels of interest and led to one apprehension, supporting efforts to protect a vital regional industry from illegal fishing. Trade and Investment: Businessman Johnny Sy has been appointed the Philippines’ honorary consul to Solomon Islands, with officials pointing to opportunities in trade, investment, tourism and skills development. Finance: CBSI has established a credit reporting system intended to help lenders assess applications, manage risk and widen access to credit. Rural Enterprise: A new copra and cocoa buying centre in Isabel gives farmers storage and a place to sell produce, backed by SBD$750,000 for facilities and working capital. Infrastructure: Construction continues on Bellona’s SBD$55.8 million Ahanga Wharf, with completion now expected in December. Landowner Investment: Gold Ridge landowner company GCIL says it is exploring government bonds and other investments to build income beyond mining.