SINPF Retirement Update: Finance Minister Rexon Ramofafia announced a 5.5% crediting rate for SINPF members for the year ending 30 June 2026, down from 8% last year, with over SBD200m in interest expected to be credited. Provident Fund Reform: Ramofafia also committed to bringing a long-awaited new SINPF Bill to Parliament to modernise the retirement savings system. Energy Regulation Push: The UK agreed the next stage of its energy programme with MMERE, including drafting legal work for an independent energy regulator to enable more power providers and cut electricity costs. Inflation Watch: Solomon Islands’ CPI rose 1.3% in August to 136.6, with alcohol/tobacco up sharply while food fell. Human Rights at UN: Solomon Islands supported 140 of 181 UN Human Rights Council UPR recommendations and noted 41, including sensitive social and legal issues. EITI Rejoin: Solomon Islands rejoined the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative to strengthen transparency in mining revenues. Health Services: Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre moves to 24/7 operations from 6 October. Trade & Skills: A WTO trade negotiations seminar is building capacity for Solomon Islands officials. Local Economy & Food: SIART invested $8.7m into 20 community pig farming groups, supporting 532 households. Diplomacy & Regional Ties: PM Wale met Timor-Leste President Ramos-Horta to discuss economic cooperation and a sovereign fund model.