Regional Security Deadlock: Pacific foreign ministers in Suva failed to agree on a joint statement condemning China’s July nuclear-capable missile test, with New Zealand’s Winston Peters saying two members blocked consensus (reported as Kiribati and Nauru), leaving the issue for leaders to revisit in Palau later this month. Pacific Unity Push: PIF chair Rick Houenipwela urged ministers to strengthen “regional ownership” of external partnerships and deliver practical outcomes under the Blue Pacific 2050 agenda, warning against fragmentation. Connectivity Milestone: Australia marked completion of a major undersea cable push, saying all 18 PIF members are now connected to global undersea telecommunications networks for the first time. Cleaner Power for Honiara: Construction has started on a 22km transmission line linking the Tina River Hydropower Facility to Honiara’s grid via Lungga, aiming to cut diesel reliance; completion is expected in early 2028. Local Governance & Services: Solomon Islands MPs were urged by PM Matthew Wale to rise above division and deliver reforms, while national exam dates for primary and secondary students were announced by MEHRD. Women’s Leadership: Solomon Islands Senior Executive Women in Leadership Programme graduates received certificates after completing training for executive and board roles.