AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUS–Pacific Minerals: New US ambassador Jared Novelly says securing Cook Islands seabed critical minerals is a top priority, warning Pacific states to be wary of China’s growing influence and “debt traps,” as Washington pushes to diversify supply chains away from China. Niue Climate & Ocean Funding: Niue has secured about US$9m (NZ$11m) for a five-year climate resilience and ocean protection project, working with UNDP and Conservation International, including long-term support via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Regional Fisheries: Pacific fisheries ministers wrapped up the 25th Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial Meeting in Wellington, with Niue’s outgoing chair Mona Ainu’u thanked and New Zealand’s Shane Jones set to lead 2026–27. Tourism Data Skills: The Pacific Tourism Organisation trained tourism research and statistics officers across nine Pacific countries, including Niue, to strengthen evidence-based tourism planning. Health Tech (Region-wide): Vanuatu launched the HeartCare app to help community health workers screen for heart disease earlier. Sports & Spotlight: Niue lawn bowler Lynsey Talagi disputes reasons given for her Commonwealth Games exclusion, saying she has medical clearance. Culture: A short documentary on Cook Islands artist Ta’i Paitai has been selected for the New Zealand International Film Festival.
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