Worker Treatment Backlash: China Railway’s attempt to explain complaints at a Solomon Islands mining camp has only sparked more anger, after fresh reports and photos showed meals served in plastic containers and renewed claims of unequal treatment between local and Chinese workers. Investment Corridor Push: India and Solomon Islands used the WASME forum to talk a new “economic corridor,” while the U.S. and Solomon Islands signed an investment incentive agreement aimed at unlocking private capital for jobs, connectivity and energy. Youth Budget Pressure: Young people across Aotearoa urged Budget 2026 spending on rangatahi wellbeing—youth spaces, mental health, transport and childcare. Procurement Gap: A Pacific infrastructure seminar in Nadi flagged a disconnect between leaders’ “quality” procurement principles and what practitioners actually know on the ground. Dolphin Sourcing Shift: Singapore’s Resorts World Sentosa says it will stop sourcing and breeding wild dolphins, but critics want clarity on the future of animals already held. Fisheries Enforcement: Pacific partners wrapped up Operation Tui Moana 2026, reporting inspections, detections and follow-up actions against suspected illegal fishing. Cyclone Recovery: PM Wale is set for reassurance visits to TC Maila-affected communities in Western and Choiseul.