Road Works & Local Jobs: Malaita road upgrades in North Road (about 12km) are moving toward construction after community consultations; contractors are finalising environmental and social plans before mobilisation. Trade & Industry Strategy: Commerce Minister Harry Kuma says Solomon Islands must speed up innovation and local value-adding ahead of 2027 LDC graduation, reducing reliance on raw commodity exports. Health Workforce Partnership: Solomon Islands and the Philippines are exploring a nursing education twinning under the PhilPac initiative, supported by WHO, to strengthen training and clinical teaching. Governance & Elections Funding: Japan has provided JPY 430m (US$3m) to UNDP for electoral and democratic governance support, implemented with SIEC and the political parties registrar. Biosecurity for Food Security: Government launched a 10-year National Biosecurity Strategy 2026–2036 to protect agriculture, trade and the rural economy from pests and diseases. Airport Safety & US Support: The US will supply four aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles for Honiara International Airport, and will assess Parliament building rehabilitation needs. Immigration Reform: A new electronic visa system is now in place via the Solomon Islands Border Management System to speed up processing and improve security. Business & Skills: ISIA will hold its 3rd annual Congress in Honiara on Sept 17–18, urging employers to back accountants’ professional development. Regional Security: Pacific leaders endorsed a five-year security roadmap and raised alarm over recent ICBM tests, while pushing stronger regional coordination. Politics Watch: A no-confidence motion against PM Matthew Wale was withdrawn after a cabinet crisis, keeping diplomatic and security engagement on track. Trade Fair Boost: The 2026 Annual National Trade Fair opens Sept 9–16, aiming to spotlight local enterprise, innovation and literacy.