AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoNew Air Link to Santo: Solomon Airlines has launched a second weekly direct Brisbane–Espiritu Santo service, giving Australians more options for short breaks or week-long escapes to Vanuatu’s northern hub. Tourism Trade Momentum: The South Pacific Tourism Exchange 2026 (Fiji, March 24–26) delivered record engagement, with 225+ trade-floor participants, 2,809 B2B meetings, and a higher seller conversion rate—good news for regional operators including Vanuatu. Cruise Calls Vanuatu: Norwegian Cruise Line has extended South Pacific sailings through 2027, including itineraries that stop in Vanuatu (Port Vila) alongside Fiji and New Caledonia. Vanuatu–France Island Tension: A sovereignty dispute over Matthew/Hunter (Umaenupne/Umaeneg) remains unresolved, with Vanuatu accusing France of stalling talks—an issue that could affect regional maritime planning and future tourism narratives. Regional Risk Watch: Pacific agencies are monitoring coastal waters after a powerful Philippines earthquake, with Vanuatu included in tsunami advisory areas. OFC Pro League Update: Vanuatu United FC is among the clubs that took part in the OFC Pro League’s first season, now financially secured for the next three years.
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