Meteorology & AI: China’s CMA says its “MAZU” AI-enabled multi-hazard early-warning system is being used in the Solomon Islands and 40+ countries, combining AI models, Fengyun satellite data and cloud computing under the UN “Early Warnings for All” push. Road Safety Tech: The Ministry of Infrastructure Development will close the Tandai Highway landside carriageway overnight (9pm–5am) for three nights to install new street lighting along the corridor under the LMCP, with detours in place. Ocean Science & Skills: Ocean Exploration Trust has opened paid 2027 internships for students and fellowships for educators aboard the Nautilus, including roles in ocean science, remotely operated vehicles and seafloor mapping, with stipends and travel support. Forestry & Climate Resilience: The Forestry Ministry and JICA signed a technical cooperation project to strengthen community-based sustainable forest management, including land-use planning and agroforestry livelihood activities. Marine Protection Planning: MFMR and MECDM, with New Zealand support, are mapping marine resource protection priorities in Temotu and Makira-Ulawa using community workshops, interviews, mapping and SIIVA assessments. Education & Learning Systems: SINU Council approved a new Centre for Teaching and Learning to boost teaching quality, digital learning and academic support, including hosting a higher-education teaching programme. Finance Data for Policy: CBSI and Tebbutt Research will run a second National Financial Services Demand Side Survey (Sept–Oct 2026), including Makira-Ulawa, to track access, usage, satisfaction and readiness for climate-related financial products. Security Training: RSIPF officers completed ADF-led border surveillance and small boats training under Exercise Coastwatchers, including drone monitoring and intelligence reporting.