AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDiplomacy: India’s High Commissioner to New Zealand, Muanpuii Saiawi, has been concurrently accredited as the next High Commissioner to Niue, with residence in Wellington, and is expected to take up the role soon. Telecoms: Ncell has introduced a new 60-second pulse rate for international outgoing calls to 198 countries, effective 18 August 2026, after regulator approval, with different per-country rates including destinations such as the USA, Canada and India. Youth & Community: Blue Light’s Life Skills Camp returned to Waiouru Military Camp, with participants facing sub-zero conditions and snow, and awards going to Tumai Murray (Overall Excellence), Sophie Shaw (Overall Merit) and Nathan Muller (Peers’ Choice). Pacific Engagement: A week of coverage highlights Japan’s renewed engagement across the Pacific, including deeper cooperation with Fiji and the Solomon Islands through development, climate resilience and security support. Sports & Lifestyle: Separate listings and features covered Newcastle United v Liverpool viewing options and NZ Fashion Week’s Pacific Fusion finale.
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