AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPacific Islands Forum in Palau: Leaders wrapped up the 55th meeting with renewed calls for urgent climate action, stronger ocean and fisheries cooperation, and pressure on outside powers—while China–Taiwan tensions hovered over attendance and speeches. Vanuatu–France ICJ move: Vanuatu has filed at the International Court of Justice over sovereignty and maritime boundaries tied to Umaenupne (Matthew) and Umaeneg (Hunter) islands, after talks with France collapsed. Vanuatu literacy push: International Literacy Day coverage spotlights Vanuatu’s education strain, including the ongoing shock of low reading levels and the need for better support for children’s learning. Tourism “Vanuatu Uncovered”: Vanuatu Tourism launched a new “most personal” campaign, filming Ni-Vanuatu stories across Efate, Santo and Tanna to shift from awareness to intent for travellers. Health cooperation: A new Chinese medical team begins a yearlong mission in Vanuatu, including imaging and public health support to strengthen local capacity. Food culture spotlight: The FFA and SPC’s “Tuna Bites” campaign brings a Pacific-wide tuna cooking competition to Vanuatu, celebrating tuna’s role in culture and food security.
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