Pacific Security: China’s submarine-launched nuclear-capable missile test into the South Pacific has sparked fresh outrage across the region, with Pacific leaders saying it undermines the “Blue Pacific” peace vision and violates the spirit of the Treaty of Rarotonga, even as Beijing insists it was routine training and not aimed at any country. Diplomacy Watch: In parallel, Solomon Islands Foreign Minister Rick Houenipwela is set to visit China (July 10–15), with Beijing framing it as a signal of steady ties despite “external noise.” Regional Governance & Fisheries: At the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency in Solomon Islands, regional law enforcement and fisheries staff are running sting operations to crack down on illegal fishing, with tuna revenue described as vital for schools and hospitals. Health & Services: Solomon Islands marked World Skin Health Day, with the health minister warning skin diseases remain a major public health concern and urging early treatment. Digital Payments: CBSI and Australia have started a Unified QR payment standard project to improve interoperability for merchants and customers. Human Capital: 164 newly registered nurses are set to join the health workforce after completing supervised practice. Infrastructure: Road sealing works around Hotbread Roundabout to Central Market are progressing, with reopening expected by end of week.