Regional Security Talks: Australia’s PM Anthony Albanese arrives in Fiji to sign the Vuvale Union agreement, then heads to Honiara to progress a new treaty with Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale, as Canberra pushes a stronger Pacific security push amid China concerns. Policing Pact: AFP chief Krissy Barrett says she’ll use a major UN address to back an INTERPOL-style Pacific policing bloc, PACPOL, after China expanded policing links across the region including Solomon Islands. Maritime Sovereignty: Forum Chair Wale Jeremiah Manele urges Pacific leaders to quickly settle remaining maritime boundaries and drive 100% ocean management, warning unresolved borders threaten sovereignty and resources. Water Worries: Solomon Water warns El Niño could trigger temporary rationing in Honiara, Auki, Noro and Tulagi, urging customers to conserve while monitoring supplies. Mining Integrity: Government, UNDP and the UK back stronger transparency and coordination in mining as Solomon Islands moves toward rejoining EITI. Infrastructure Update: Santa Cruz Airport Terminal works are substantially complete, with testing and commissioning about 80% done. Sports: Hekari Women FC thrash Eels to set up the OFC Women’s Champions League semis; Ba miss out after losing to Tafea.