AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPort Vila Digital Boost: Free Wi‑Fi has launched on the Port Vila waterfront, backed by Pacific Network, aimed at students, tourists and businesses as the capital pushes post-disaster recovery. Seafront Upgrade: New solar-powered lighting is also being rolled out along the promenade, tying safety to sustainability. Pacific Security Talk: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale has floated a Pacific-wide security pact with Australia, while saying he may not be able to publish the China agreement text due to legal limits—watch this space for regional knock-on effects. Tourism Trade Momentum: SPTO’s South Pacific Tourism Exchange 2026 report says record participation and more B2B meetings helped strengthen sustainable tourism collaboration across the Pacific. Vanuatu-Linked Sovereignty: Vanuatu has accused France of stalling talks over the Matthew and Hunter (Umaenupne/Umaeneg) islands, with negotiations now under pressure ahead of French elections. Commonwealth Games Prep: Fiji, Niue and Vanuatu have named teams for Glasgow starting 23 July, adding fresh sporting buzz for Pacific travellers. Fisheries Skills Push: FFA is opening nominations for a new Certificate IV scholarship in fisheries enforcement and compliance, starting 7 September 2026.
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