AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSPREP Leadership & Environment: Wallis-et-Futuna chairs the Fifth SPREP Executive Board Meeting in Apia, pushing for Pacific-wide solutions that also reflect the needs of smaller territories. Maritime Investment Data: A new Pacific Maritime Database tracks about US$3.7 billion in maritime investment from 2016-2026, with most funding going to infrastructure, capacity and new vessels. Fisheries & Ocean Governance: Pacific foreign ministers in Suva urged urgent action to protect fisheries, strengthen ocean rules and secure maritime boundaries, backing a 2026–2035 regional fisheries strategy. Climate Pressure: SPREP DG Sefanaia Nawadra warned Pacific communities face “fight for our lives” from climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution despite contributing just 0.01% of global emissions. CNMI Audits Clarification: Former Gov. Ralph DLG Torres says CNMI audit claims are mixing “liabilities” with “debt,” disputing a widely circulated $1.2 billion debt figure. Digital Connectivity: Australia says all Pacific Islands Forum members are now connected to undersea cables, aiming to boost growth and investment. Guam Business: Guam’s PHARE 2026 hotel and restaurant expo returns Aug. 19-20 at the Hyatt Regency after typhoon delays.
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