US–Solomon Investment Deal: The United States and Solomon Islands have signed an Investment Incentive Agreement in Honiara, opening a framework for U.S. private capital via the DFC to back jobs, infrastructure, connectivity and energy. UK Maritime Push: UK HMS Tamar’s commander says Pacific security is being stretched by illegal fishing and narcotics, with the UK pledging deeper cooperation on maritime surveillance and fisheries protection. Regional Diplomacy: Korea–Pacific senior officials met in Nadi to drive shared priorities under the Blue Pacific agenda, while Solomon Islands led a Pacific call against nuclear weapons at the UN. Fisheries Crackdown: Operation Tui Moana 2026 wrapped up after three weeks of coordinated patrols and inspections across multiple EEZs, targeting IUU fishing and other maritime crime. Economy Watch: Solomon Islands’ finance and insurance sectors recorded negative real growth in 2023–2024, even as the wider economy grew. Sports & Culture: Air Niugini backed Melanesian artists for Honiara’s Aelan Riddim festival, and Manusina 7s face a repechage path after a heavy loss to Fiji.