AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoVanuatu–Australia Nakamal Agreement: Vanuatu’s Malvatumauri Council of Chiefs says the word “nakamal” carries deep cultural weight and was used without proper consultation, calling for chiefs, church leaders, women, youth and children to be involved at the highest level. Cultural ceremony in Canberra: Before the agreement signing, Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat’s delegation received a Tanna reconciliation face-cleaning ceremony (“klinim fes”), underscoring how custom and diplomacy are being braided together. Tourism & culture economy: Vanuatu unveiled its Tourism Marketing Strategy 2026–2028 in Port Vila, aiming for sustainable growth through resilience, regenerative development and stronger regional connectivity. Climate with children at the centre: Pacific youth leaders in Vanuatu pushed for child-centred power in climate decisions, arguing young people need real agency to shape solutions in their own Pacific way. Indigenous-led conservation: A regional learning exchange is bringing traditional leaders and conservation practitioners together to strengthen customary governance for climate resilience and environmental protection across the Pacific, including Vanuatu. Regional context: China says Pacific cooperation should not target third parties or be used for geopolitical contest—commenting as the Vanuatu–Australia security pact bars foreign military bases.
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