AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEl Niño and Water: Pacific forecasters warn a strong to very strong El Niño could bring unusually dry conditions and hotter temperatures into 2027. Tonga’s lands minister has urged people to conserve water as drought threatens supplies and crops. Samoa’s prime minister has also warned of drought, fires and pressure on water and agriculture; the government is preparing water trucks and tanks. Climate Finance: Samoa is exploring carbon markets to help fund climate action, but officials say the country must first assess its readiness. Island Recovery: Native seedlings and wildlife are returning to Samoa’s Nu’utele after invasive rats and pigs were removed, creating potential habitat for a new population of the endangered mao bird. Ocean Protection: Pacific Ocean Commissioner Henry Puna is urging countries to conclude a binding agreement to protect marine life in international waters.
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