Food Security Research: SINU and Australia’s CSIRO wrapped up a joint symposium at Ranadi Campus, aiming to cut Solomon Islands farmers’ reliance on costly imported animal feed by developing affordable, locally sourced feed options for small livestock and tilapia. Diplomacy & Tech Links: Foreign Minister Rick Houenipwela began his first official visit to China, meeting Jiangsu officials and exploring renewable energy-powered seawater desalination projects, alongside cooperation in agriculture, education, technology and skills. Sanitation Skills: A KOICA/UNICEF-funded artisan training programme in Ghaobata is helping community leaders teach low-cost household sanitation to reduce open defecation using locally available materials. UXO Data System: The government launched IMSMA Core, a national database to track unexploded ordnance and explosive remnants of war—backed by a push for accurate, reliable data across agencies. Border Tech Rollout: Munda International Airport went live with the Solomon Islands Border Management System, processing its first international flight electronically as part of a trilateral upgrade with Australia and PNG. Regional Security Shock: China’s submarine-launched nuclear-capable missile test near the Solomon Islands sparked Pacific anxiety and renewed calls for transparency and reduced geopolitical tensions.