Education Debate: Opposition MP Leokana questioned whether the government has the money, teachers and school support to deliver nationwide free education from 2027, warning fee removal without system upgrades could strain classrooms. Costing Pressure: Another opposition MP demanded clear costings, funding sources and timelines for the Wale government’s ambitious programme, including salary rises, a sovereign wealth fund, major infrastructure and health expansion. Land & Housing Laws: Government tabled five land-sector bills covering customary land governance, land dispute resolution, a national housing framework, a land information system and coastal/marine governance. Mining & Royalties: New rules will link mining royalty rates to global gold prices, plus two new labs to verify mineral exports and royalty payments. Infrastructure & Jobs: Work on the Australia-funded Seghe Market is 75% complete, and Honiara’s second road corridor is moving ahead with feasibility and detailed design procurement. Sports: SIFF Youth Championship crowned Academy U15 champions; Oceania Champions League kicks off in Fiji with Central Coast FC representing Solomon Islands. Regional Politics: Pacific foreign ministers failed to agree on a joint statement condemning China’s missile test, while Taiwan is set to attend the Palau leaders meeting as a development partner.