AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSustainable Tourism & Data Skills: Samoa is among nine Pacific countries sending tourism research officers to SPTO’s NZ-funded Pacific Tourism Data Initiative workshop in Nadi (29 June–3 July), training staff to turn visitor and community survey data into better, evidence-based tourism planning. Regional Tourism Trade Boost: SPTO’s South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) 2026 (24–26 March, Fiji) drew 225+ trade-floor participants, including 60 international buyers, and logged a record 2,809 business meetings—progress aimed at more inclusive, sustainable tourism across Pacific islands. Marine Conservation & Livelihoods: Samoa’s compensation programme linked to the HMNZS Manawanui sinking is moving forward, with Siumu residents set to receive $1,100 each and remaining payments targeted to finish by end of July. Clean Seas, Less Plastic: Pacific leaders are pushing for stronger action on transboundary plastic pollution ahead of global treaty talks in Nairobi, with the region urging an end to marine plastic waste. Food Safety for Health & Resilience: Samoa marks World Food Safety Day with a push for safer food handling, school lessons, and stronger enforcement of import rules to protect public health and support sustainable growth. Indigenous-Led Conservation: A Pacific Inclusive Conservation Learning Exchange highlights how traditional governance and stewardship can strengthen climate resilience and protect biodiversity across island communities.
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