AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoNew Air Route for Santo: Solomon Airlines has launched a second weekly non-stop Brisbane–Espiritu Santo service, giving Australians more options for quick getaways or week-long trips to Vanuatu’s northern tourism hub. Tourism Trade Boost: The Pacific Tourism Organisation’s SPTE 2026 Post-Event Report says the South Pacific Tourism Exchange in Fiji delivered record engagement, with 225+ trade participants, 2,809 B2B meetings, and stronger participation from smaller island states. Cruise Connectivity: Norwegian Cruise Line added South Pacific sailings for 2026–2027, including a 12-day Lautoka–Sydney itinerary calling at Vanuatu (Port Vila) and another 11-day route featuring Vanuatu plus New Caledonia and Fiji. Vanuatu–Fiji Airline Partnership: Vanuatu Tourism Office renewed its MOU with Fiji Airways, highlighting easier access via Nadi and plans for joint trade shows and sales missions. Sovereignty Watch: Vanuatu is accusing France of stalling talks over the Matthew and Hunter Islands, with negotiations delayed and political pressure rising ahead of French elections. Commonwealth Games Spotlight: Fiji, Niue and Vanuatu named teams for Glasgow, with Team Fiji confirming 58 athletes across eight sports.
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