AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPacific Fisheries: Pacific fisheries ministers wrapped the 25th Forum Fisheries Committee ministerial meeting in Wellington, with leaders backing stronger regional cooperation for sustainable management of the Pacific Ocean’s shared fish stocks. Climate Outlook for the Pacific: SPREP says El Niño has been declared and could bring both risks and opportunities across the western and central Pacific, with guidance for communities on what to expect in coming months. Deep-Sea Mining & Law: A new legal analysis warns that the deep-sea mining rush could trap small states in costly disputes, as investor protections may clash with ocean-protection duties under UNCLOS. Nauru Health Lens (Obesity): A global obesity roundup spotlights Nauru as the world’s most obese nation, citing extremely high overweight/obesity levels and the severe health stakes for a small island population. Vanuatu-Australia Security Pact: Australia and Vanuatu signed the Nakamal Agreement, including limits on militarisation and foreign interference in critical infrastructure, after months of sovereignty concerns and negotiations. Water Access Map: A new global map highlights where safely managed drinking water is still out of reach, underscoring major gaps that affect health and resilience across many countries.
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