AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUS Travel Rules: The U.S. is making its $20,000 visa bond programme permanent from Aug 3, meaning consular officers may require refundable deposits of $10,000–$20,000 for B1/B2 business and tourism applicants from 50 countries, including Vanuatu (plus Fiji, PNG and Tonga). Flight Deals: Virgin Australia’s one-week sale includes return fares from $429 to destinations such as Vanuatu, with travel dates running Oct 13, 2026 to Jun 22, 2027 (seat-only “Lite” fares apply). Pacific Diplomacy: PNG has begun building a permanent chancery in Port Vila, with Vanuatu land support and funding pledged—an upgrade aimed at deeper cooperation across Melanesia, including tourism. Maritime Security: IMO support is helping Vanuatu strengthen port and maritime security in Port Vila and Luganville under SOLAS and the ISPS Code. Tourism Spotlight: A fresh travel feature highlights Port Vila’s post-quake rebound, including the reopening of the Grand Hotel & Casino Vanuatu.
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