AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPacific Governance Watch: A Pacific Islands Forum ministerial mission report says New Caledonia’s recent self-determination referendum process lacked legitimacy and credibility, even while noting the voting itself was well run. Regional Security Signals: Samoa’s PM Fiamē Naomi Mata’afa says there are no plans for military ties with China, with Pacific security proposals set to be discussed at the Pacific Islands Forum. Sustainable Tourism Data: SPTO reports strong results from the South Pacific Tourism Exchange and a NZ-funded workshop that boosts Pacific tourism research skills, aiming for better planning with stronger data. Marine Life & Trade Controls: Samoa-linked conservation news includes a reminder on CITES-listed corals and clams being seized for illegal trade, underscoring the need for permits and enforcement. Indigenous-Led Conservation: Pacific leaders and traditional governance representatives meet on Indigenous-led conservation and climate resilience, focusing on customary stewardship and sustainable financing. Ocean Pollution Agenda: Pacific negotiators push for progress on a global treaty to end plastic pollution, with Nairobi talks next week. Local Environment Impacts: Samoa continues compensation progress tied to the HMNZS Manawanui sinking, with $1,100 payments set for affected residents in Siumu.
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