AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPacific Energy & Tourism: Solomon Airlines has launched a second weekly non-stop Brisbane–Espiritu Santo service, giving more Australians easier access to Vanuatu’s northern tourism hub. Renewables in the Region: Pacific leaders are accelerating solar adoption as fuel costs bite, with Vanuatu Climate Action Network coordinator Mario Liunamel highlighting training that builds local installation and maintenance skills. Regional Governance & Ocean Control: Former Pacific Islands Forum SG Dame Meg Taylor urged Pacific unity to protect ocean governance from militarisation and outside funding pressures, stressing economic self-determination. Climate Law Momentum: The UN General Assembly endorsed the ICJ’s climate obligations advisory opinion, a move Vanuatu-backed campaigners say strengthens the legal basis for accountability. Business & Finance: The World Bank kept Philippines growth forecasts steady, while the ADB mobilised $4bn to help Middle East fallout-hit Asia-Pacific economies, including support for fuel and food imports. Markets & Compliance: Australia’s anti-slavery commissioner says modern slavery convictions remain rare, and Fiji is pushing cybercrime law coordination with a regional handbook.
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