Agriculture Reform Push: Minister Franklyn Wasi says the GREAT Coalition will fast-track the National Agriculture Development Plan 2026–2030, backed by new legislation and a re-established agriculture research centre, plus a biosecurity law review. Rural Extension Boost: MALD will post agriculture officers to all 50 constituencies so farmers get technical support closer to home. Biosecurity in Focus: Pineapple growers warn that Australia’s consideration of fresh imports from India and Indonesia could bring new pests and diseases, even if strict safeguards are proposed. Health System Upgrade: The Speech from the Throne pledges better healthcare and education, with medicine supply strengthened, more primary care, reopened clinics, upgraded area health centres, and a National Public Health Laboratory brought to international standards. Food Security Research: Japan’s SATREPS team begins a long-term sweet potato project with MALD to improve seedling management and production. Coastal Protection in Action: North Malaita communities plant 2,000+ mangroves to protect the Malu’u Market coastline, supported by Australia and local conservation groups. Digital Growth: DATEC plans to expand its retail network, including a new Honiara outlet, as part of a wider tech modernisation push. AMR Fight: Solomon Islands reaffirms its antimicrobial resistance work after submitting to WHO’s TrACCS survey.