AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPre-COP31 Leaders’ Tour: World leaders are heading to Tuvalu’s main atoll as part of the pre-COP31 summit, with 13 countries joining PM Anthony Albanese in Funafuti to see how rising seas threaten a nation averaging just two metres above sea level. Pacific Climate Diplomacy: Fiji is co-hosting the four-day gathering in Nadi, but Reuters reports criticism over sparse attendance from outside the Pacific—Vanuatu’s Ralph Regenvanu says it shows a lack of priority for the region’s biggest threat. Renewables Push for Vanuatu: Australia has launched a $7.3m renewable energy program for the Pacific, including a deal with Vanuatu on grid modelling and building a renewable-energy workforce ahead of COP31. Cruise Demand for Vanuatu: Cruise season is ramping up in Australia, with Celebrity Cruises listing itineraries that include Fiji, Vanuatu and New Zealand. US Travel Rules: The US has introduced visa bonds up to $20,000 for B1/B2 applicants from 50 countries—India is not on the list—adding another layer of planning for travellers.
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