AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAustralia Pathway: Vanuatu citizens are among those eligible for Australia’s Pacific Engagement Visa, which offers a random ballot for permanent residency. Registration costs A$25, and applicants must be aged 18 to 45; up to 3,000 visas are available each year across participating countries. Climate Outlook: Pacific forecasters warn a strong to very strong El Niño is likely in early 2027, bringing hotter conditions and possible drought. Ocean Protection: Vanuatu has joined an international commitment to protect the ocean’s “twilight zone,” citing its importance to tuna, food security and climate stability. Skills in Port Vila: Young competitors from across the region, including two Samoans, took part in Vanuatu’s International Friendly Skills Competition, gaining practical experience in cookery and electrical installation. Film and Rights: The Pacific Human Rights Film Festival, running through October, has drawn more than 2,500 people across the region, with screenings in Vanuatu and a focus on women-led films and younger generations.
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